Mechanical Engineer Intermediate

Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer – Building Consulting

Location: Ontario, Canada

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: $95,000 – $115,000 + Bonus

Industry: Building Engineering Consulting | HVAC | Plumbing | Building Systems

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Engineering Career?

Are you a Mechanical Engineer with solid experience in building systems design, looking for an opportunity to take greater ownership of projects, work directly with clients, and develop your leadership skills?

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions is partnering with an established and growing multidisciplinary building engineering consultancy to recruit an Intermediate Mechanical Design Engineer.

Our client provides engineering consulting services across mechanical systems, structural engineering, building restoration, energy optimization, and building infrastructure. With a collaborative team of experienced professionals, the organization offers an opportunity for ambitious engineers to advance beyond traditional design responsibilities.

This opportunity is particularly suited to someone who has developed a strong technical foundation in HVAC and plumbing design within a building consulting environment and is ready to transition toward project leadership, client advisory, and team mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical building systems for commercial, institutional, residential, and building renewal projects.
• Lead mechanical engineering assignments from initial assessment and scope development through design, construction, and project completion.
• Prepare mechanical drawings, specifications, technical reports, feasibility studies, equipment selections, and cost estimates.
• Perform mechanical system assessments, site investigations, field reviews, and building condition evaluations.
• Develop practical engineering solutions for building retrofits, equipment replacements, energy optimization, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Participate in client meetings, technical presentations, and project coordination discussions.
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, technical quality, and client expectations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, designers, and technologists.
• Support proposal preparation, scope development, project budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure engineering designs comply with applicable Ontario building codes, mechanical standards, and industry best practices.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant Mechanical Engineering Technology qualification.
• Approximately 5–10 years of relevant experience in mechanical building systems design, engineering consulting, or project delivery.
• Experience within a building engineering consultancy is strongly preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing systems, building mechanical infrastructure, and equipment selection.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario or active progress toward PEO registration is preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Revit, BIM, and energy modelling tools is considered an asset.
• Experience preparing mechanical design drawings, technical specifications, reports, and construction documentation.
• Familiarity with building renovations, retrofits, system upgrades, and existing-building assessments.
• Strong communication, project coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working directly with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Demonstrated interest in project management, mentorship, and professional growth.
• Valid driver's licence and access to reliable transportation.
  
  

What's in It for You?

• Competitive Base Salary: $95,000 – $115,000, depending on experience.
• Profit Sharing: Performance-based bonus opportunities, with estimated additional compensation of 10–20%.
• Career Advancement: Opportunity to progress into project leadership and more senior consulting responsibilities.
• Project Ownership: Greater autonomy in managing engineering assignments and client relationships.
• Professional Development: Work alongside experienced engineering professionals with mentorship and knowledge-sharing opportunities.
• Long-Term Growth: Potential future opportunities for company share ownership.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health benefits, Health Care Spending Account, and Wellness Account.
• Collaborative Culture: Supportive colleagues, professional development opportunities, and regular team social events.
• Diverse Projects: Exposure to mechanical design, building renewals, retrofits, energy optimization, and multidisciplinary consulting assignments.
  
  

Who Would Be a Great Fit?

This opportunity may be an excellent next step for a Mechanical Designer, Mechanical Design Engineer, HVAC Design Engineer, or Intermediate Mechanical Engineer currently working within a building consulting firm.

If you have spent the last several years developing technical expertise and are looking for an organization that will give you more responsibility, direct client exposure, and a pathway toward project leadership, we would welcome a conversation.

Interested? Let's Connect!

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career aspirations, please send your resume or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.

Zeeshan Ali

Senior Associate | Building Engineering Recruitment

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions

Email: z ali@talentsphere.ca

All inquiries will be treated confidentially.

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