Mechanical Engineer

Nasittuq Corporation • Ottawa, ON

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Nasittuq Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide engineering design, analysis, and technical support for mechanical building systems at CFS Alert. This role supports the ongoing operation, maintenance, and modernization of mission-critical infrastructure in a remote Arctic environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and applicable Canadian codes and standards (CSA, API, Environmental Protection Act, Building Codes, HVAC standards, Canadian Water Quality Standards).
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High standards of professionalism and teamwork.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Reliability Status Security Clearance.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and possess a valid Canadian passport.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed in a Canadian province or territory is preferred.
• Eligible for NAPEG registration.
• Experience with fire protection systems.
• Experience with power generation systems (engines and generators).
• Experience with mechanical piping systems (oil & gas, potable water, wastewater, buildings, fuel, boilers).
• Experience working in remote, industrial, or Arctic environments is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering services for mechanical systems including HVAC, fire protection, piping, tanks, pressure vessels, diesel generators, heat recovery systems, potable water, and sewage systems.
• Develop Task Authorization (TA) project files, including Statements of Requirements, business case analyses, Engineering Change Requests, risk and options analyses, and cost estimates.
• Prepare complete engineering designs and present projects at Design Review meetings.
• Conduct commissioning and project close-out activities in accordance with approved project plans.
• Prepare design calculations, reports, cost estimates, schedules, safety documentation, specifications, and construction packages.
• Support AutoCAD technicians and collaborate within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Review and analyze Preventive Maintenance Programs and support Service Delivery Regimes.
• Coordinate system spare requirements to minimize outages.
• Provide engineering support to the Project Coordinator, Site Manager, and third-party contractors (e.g., Defence Construction Canada).
• Periodically travel to CFS Alert to conduct inspections, investigations, surveys, and site coordination.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Support Canada’s northern sovereignty and defence operations.
• Work on complex, mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Be part of a highly skilled team operating in a unique Arctic environment.
• Nasittuq provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level