Mechanical Technologist
- Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Full-time
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- Full-time
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- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in piping design and drawing preparation
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
Job Title: Mechanical Technologist
Department: Mechanical Industrial
Job Location: Winnipeg
Req Id: 695
Posting Start Date: 11/6/26
Job Description
About Us
We are an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America and beyond. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists and support staff is dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management.
We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our people first. From professional development opportunities to an open, flexible and collaborative work environment, a career at KGS is like no other.
Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. We believe we set our own boundaries by what we’re willing to attempt and strive to push the limit on what’s possible. That’s the KGS way.
The Role
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join our Mechanical-Industrial Department in our Winnipeg office. In this opportunity, you will prepare engineering models, drawings, and documents, perform site inspections to gather data. You will produce models and drawings using primarily AutoCAD, Plant 3D and documents with Microsoft Office software. You will work to complete tasks independently as well as collaborate as part of a design team.
Key Responsibilities
KGS Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing accommodations, upon request, to ensure full participation in every stage of the recruitment and selection process.
Department: Mechanical Industrial
Job Location: Winnipeg
Req Id: 695
Posting Start Date: 11/6/26
Job Description
About Us
We are an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America and beyond. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists and support staff is dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management.
We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our people first. From professional development opportunities to an open, flexible and collaborative work environment, a career at KGS is like no other.
Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. We believe we set our own boundaries by what we’re willing to attempt and strive to push the limit on what’s possible. That’s the KGS way.
The Role
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join our Mechanical-Industrial Department in our Winnipeg office. In this opportunity, you will prepare engineering models, drawings, and documents, perform site inspections to gather data. You will produce models and drawings using primarily AutoCAD, Plant 3D and documents with Microsoft Office software. You will work to complete tasks independently as well as collaborate as part of a design team.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform site visits to verify as-built conditions and gather information for new designs
- Design development and drafting of tender/construction drawings
- Develop layouts and bills of materials from sketches provided by the design team
- Identify areas of interference and develop solutions to minimize materials
- Provide support to the design team by developing preliminary P&IDs for clarity on flow, equipment, and design parameters
- Provide design assistance related to mechanical systems (perform calculations, equipment selection, etc)
- Review of shop drawings and respond to contractor inquiries
- Follow corporate health & safety, quality and drafting standards.
- Graduate of accredited technology program and computer aided drafting and design
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in piping design and drawing preparation
- Fundamental engineering knowledge of mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, boilers, piping networks, etc)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
- Candidate must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Candidate must be able to work effectively within a multi-discpline project team environment
- Candidate must exhibit strong problem solving and time management skills.
- Proficient in using 3D Piping software, including AutoCAD and Plant 3D
- Proficient in using Revit
- Proficiency in MS Office and MS Excel
- Past experience working in a fast-paced, consulting environment is an asset
KGS Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing accommodations, upon request, to ensure full participation in every stage of the recruitment and selection process.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Conduct site visits to verify existing conditions and collect design information, then develop layouts, bills of materials, models, and tender or construction drawings. Support mechanical design through calculations, equipment selection, preliminary P&IDs, interference resolution, and reviews of shop drawings and contractor inquiries.
Requirements
Requires graduation from an accredited technology program in computer-aided drafting and design and 1–3 years of piping design and drawing preparation experience. Candidates should have foundational knowledge of mechanical systems, proficiency with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, and Microsoft Office, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Skills
- Piping Design
- AutoCAD
- Plant 3D
- Revit
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Mechanical Systems
- HVAC
- Plumbing
- Boilers
- Piping Networks
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
Benefits
- Total Compensation Package
- Benefits Package
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Categories
- Engineering
- Consulting
- Construction
Keywords
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Computer-Aided Drafting And Design
- Piping Design
- Drawing Preparation
- AutoCAD
- Plant 3D
- Revit
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Mechanical Systems
- HVAC
- Plumbing
- Boilers
- Piping Networks
- Site Inspections
- As-Built Conditions
- Tender Drawings
- Construction Drawings
- Bills Of Materials
- P&IDs
- Engineering Calculations
- Equipment Selection
- Shop Drawing Review
- Contractor Inquiries
- Interference Resolution
- Health And Safety
- Quality Standards
- Drafting Standards
- Engineering Consulting