Mechanical Engineering - Senior Designer

MCW Group of Companies•Halifax, NS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The MCW Group of Companies has a solid reputation for delivering Professional Consulting Engineering Services, Energy Management Services, and Engineering Development Services since 1964. They design systems that deliver energy effectively for lighting, heating, and cooling, as well as information for voice and data, helping to create environments for clients to live, educate, work, play, and heal. MCW has achieved the largest block of verified carbon emissions savings for its clients among Canadian consulting firms, focusing on sustainable building designs to reduce environmental footprints and create sustainable communities. The company is seeking a self-motivated, driven, and hardworking Mechanical Engineer Lead to join their Halifax, Nova Scotia office, offering an excellent opportunity for career advancement in a dynamic, team-based environment.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant discipline.
Professional Engineering Designation (P. Eng.) in the Province of Nova Scotia.
Minimum 10 + years of industry trade experience.
Require comprehensive knowledge of current engineering principles and practices, complemented with a strong knowledge of project management concepts and practices.
Able to communicate ideas and recommendations to non-engineer team members in a clear manner.
Knowledge of Canadian Engineering standards.
Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, including executives.
Excellent time management and project management skills.
High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Engineering and/or design coordination experience in the consulting industry would be beneficial.
Experience in multi-disciplined project coordination and management.
Experience conducting site visits would be an asset.
Working knowledge of REVIT would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Team leader and ability to lead young professionals with a passion for mentoring and developing the next generation of engineers.
Develop a high-performing team and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and technical excellence.
Prepare deliverables to facilitate project planning and budget control.
Prepare the concept design and complete load calculations, schematics, equipment selection and system concept report.
Oversee a talented team of mechanical professionals, guiding and development and ensuring top-tier project execution.
Review and execute mechanical design and layout.
Review mechanical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, etc.).
Attend project meetings to coordinate with other disciplines and project consultants.
Inspecting project sites in order to monitor progress and ensure compliance with all safety and government regulations.
Coordinate with other disciplines internally as well as externally with consultants and architects.
Completing technical reviews and providing recommendations regarding designs and reports.
Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of mechanical engineering work.
Completing audits of the work that is produced to ensure design is completed with quality and assurance.
Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues and architects, subcontractors, contracting engineers, consultants, co-workers and clients.
Provide mentorship to junior staff members.
Assist in business development and maintaining existing client relationships.