Senior Mechanical Engineer
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Salary: CA$100,000–$120,000 per year · Full-time
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- Salary: CA$100,000–$120,000 per year
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical building services consulting and project engineering.
- Posting language
- English
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Salary: CA$100,000–$120,000 per year
Location: Calgary, Alberta – In-person
About YJE Engineering
YJE Engineering is a growing consulting engineering firm committed to delivering practical, innovative, and technically sound building systems solutions.
We work collaboratively with clients, architects, developers, contractors, and facility owners to design high-performing mechanical systems that meet project objectives and support long-term building performance.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems across a variety of sectors, including commercial, institutional, industrial, multi-family residential, healthcare, and mixed-use developments.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of projects from initial planning through construction completion, provide technical leadership, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the continued growth of our firm.
Why Join YJE Engineering?
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working hours
- Half-day Fridays year-round
- Comprehensive group health benefits
- Personal Time Off (PTO) program
- Transit subsidy program
- Company-sponsored social and community events
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage mechanical engineering projects from initial planning and design through construction and project closeout.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to the mechanical engineering team.
- Review and oversee the preparation of mechanical drawings, specifications, calculations, and design documentation.
- Establish technical guidelines, best practices, and standards while mentoring and developing junior staff.
- Coordinate with internal and external consultants to ensure mechanical systems meet project requirements for performance, constructability, budget, and code compliance.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), suppliers, contractors, and industry partners.
- Conduct site visits, field reviews, and construction administration activities, including shop drawing and submittal reviews.
- Promote quality assurance and quality control while maintaining company standards and technical best practices.
- Organize and participate in project and client meetings, including presenting technical information and recommendations to clients and building owners.
- Assess existing building mechanical systems and provide recommendations for system optimization, upgrades, and lifecycle replacements.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the continued development of the firm's mechanical engineering services.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical building services consulting and project engineering.
- Current Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation. Candidates holding a P.Tech. (Eng.) designation with equivalent experience and demonstrated capabilities will also be considered.
- Advanced working knowledge of applicable provincial building codes, ASHRAE standards, CSA standards, the National Plumbing Code, and NFPA standards.
- Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system design.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience managing projects and overseeing the work of other team members.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound engineering judgment, and take ownership of project deliverables.
- Strong communication, organizational, and client relationship management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment.
Benefits
- Casual dress code
- Company events and social activities
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
- Transit subsidy program
- Flexible working hours
- Personal Time Off program
Experience Requirements
HVAC system design: 10 years
Plumbing system design: 10 years
Fire protection / NFPA design: 10 years tion In person – YJE Engineering Calgary Office Stock Exchange Tower 300 5th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities
Lead mechanical engineering projects from planning and design through construction and closeout, overseeing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems. Provide technical leadership and mentorship, coordinate with clients and project partners, review design and construction documents, and support quality, code compliance, and existing-system optimization.
Requirements
Requires at least 10 years of mechanical building services consulting and project engineering experience, with a current P.Eng. designation or equivalent P.Tech. (Eng.) capabilities. Candidates need strong HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design expertise, knowledge of applicable codes and standards, project leadership experience, and effective communication and organizational skills.
Skills
- HVAC System Design
- Plumbing System Design
- Fire Protection System Design
- Mechanical Engineering Project Management
- Technical Leadership
- Mechanical Drawings and Specifications
- Engineering Calculations
- Building Code Compliance
- ASHRAE Standards
- CSA Standards
- National Plumbing Code
- NFPA Standards
- Construction Administration
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Staff Mentoring
Benefits
- Flexible Working Hours
- Half-Day Fridays
- Group Health Benefits
- Personal Time Off
- Transit Subsidy
- Company Events
- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- Vision Care
- Casual Dress Code
- Professional Growth Opportunities
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Categories
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Construction
- Consulting
Keywords
- Mechanical Engineering
- Building Services Consulting
- HVAC
- Plumbing
- Fire Protection
- P.Eng.
- P.Tech. (Eng.)
- ASHRAE Standards
- CSA Standards
- National Plumbing Code
- NFPA Standards
- Provincial Building Codes
- Project Management
- Technical Leadership
- Mechanical Drawings
- Specifications
- Engineering Calculations
- Construction Administration
- Shop Drawing Reviews
- Submittal Reviews
- Field Reviews
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control
- Building Systems Optimization
- Lifecycle Replacements
- Commercial Buildings
- Institutional Buildings
- Industrial Buildings
- Healthcare Facilities
- Multi-Family Residential