Senior Mechanical Designer

Job Description
At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented
Senior
Mechanical
Designer
to join our team at our office located in
Vaughan, Ontario

In this role, you will assist the Project Lead with facility mechanical design, calculations and drawing preparation for various types of projects including green-field projects, brown-field projects, gap assessments, utility studies, etc.

Responsibilities

• Perform heating and cooling load calculations for projects using Carrier HAP.
• Assist lead engineer with sizing and selecting HVAC equipment including air handling units (AHU), fans, pumps, fan coil units, etc.
• Size and design ductwork and mechanical piping in REVIT.
• Prepare mechanical drawing sets in REVIT.
• Assist lead engineer with sizing and selecting plumbing equipment. Design plumbing piping (domestic water, sanitary, storm, etc.) in REVIT.
• Assist with the preparation of engineering studies and schematic designs for HVAC/Utilities/Plumbing systems and analyze the operation of existing systems.
• Research code issues and asks relevant questions of colleagues or Lead Engineer, code officials and other design professionals when an interpretation or exception to building codes is required.
• Review the work of the project design teams, check the progress of the work, and alert Project Managers of scope changes or additional services.
• Coordinates all aspects of project document completion within IPS, externally with clients, and with other relevant design professionals.
• Promotes the use of IPS design and production standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 10 years of previous design experience in the building design industry (for example: mechanical HVAC systems, air and hydronic distribution, heat loss/gain calculations, equipment selection and specification, plumbing systems design, etc.).
• Technical or Associate Degree in design from an accredited technical institution or college.
• Thorough knowledge of ASHRAE standards
• In-depth knowledge of Ontario Building Code, National Building Code of Canada and National Plumbing Code.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards and CSA standards.
• Must be proficient in the use of REVIT.
• Knowledge of Carrier HAP or equivalent load calculation software
• Has a demonstrated ability to work independently, problem solve, communicate effectively with all key personnel, and manage time.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proven time management skills and can juggle more than one project at a time.
• Thorough knowledge of system design and applicable codes.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with
video required
.

About Us
IPS
, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities.
Integration
is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That's only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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