Job Description

Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Please note: The ideal candidate for this role with be either a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Technologist that has previous working experience with mechanical systems in buildings within the hospital or healthcare sector. You are encouraged to apply if you have this direct experience in hospitals or healthcare. Thank you.

Why join us?

SNC-Lavalin provides cutting-edge engineering, procurement, construction and financing solutions to projects in more than 100 countries around the world. From the Canadian Arctic to the Southern African region and Australasia, our multicultural workforce is driven by a fierce pride in their work and a pioneering vision. SNC-Lavalin is truly a global leader in its field and has been chosen to design and build some of the most prestigious projects in the world.

As part of the Engineering, Design, and Project Management Division, the Vancouver Building & Facilities group specializes in providing mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering solutions for all building types ranging from small commercial buildings, complex institutional buildings such as hospitals, universities, and laboratories, and transportation infrastructure. This position is based out of our buildings and facilities division in Vancouver, BC.

How will you contribute to the team?

To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Meeting with owners/architects to outline the scope of building projects.
• Reviewing the status of existing buildings prior to project design, performing site take offs.
• Developing and managing design, technical specifications, and other deliverables for building systems on construction projects.
• Assisting others in the office with several projects – a knowledge sharing atmosphere.
• Preparing drawings and construction documents.
• Monitor and maintain project schedules for mechanical engineering design deliverables.
• Coordinating deliverables, submissions, and system requirements with the mechanical department, architects, owners, contractors, and relevant authorities.
• Conducting site visits and inspections to review progress of construction.
• Strong client focus including Business Development and responding to RFPs.
• Develop feasibility studies and technical reports.

What will you contribute?

• Healthcare HVAC and Plumbing design experience is preferred.
• Experience in AutoCAD drafting software is required.
• Experience in Revit MEP and MicroStation is an asset.
• Knowledgeable in applicable codes and routine mechanical calculations as it relates to Buildings & Facilities.
• Be able to effectively communicate and coordinate with other members of a large team.
• Be proactive and take self-initiative.
• Have the ability to handle several tasks and projects at once.
• Fast learner, with the ability to adapt.
• Previous experience dealing with mechanical building systems in a hospital or healthcare facility is required.

What do we offer at SNC-Lavalin?

At SNC-Lavalin, you will enjoy good compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (ie.: group insurance, retirement savings plan, share purchase plan, continuing education program, etc.).

• Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes.
• Competitive salary.
• Motivational financial package & flexible benefits.
• Defined contribution pension plan in which SNC-Lavalin contributes.
• Work equipment provided according to the season (boot, bib, helmet, gloves, etc.).
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Learning and Development programs, training, career opportunities.

Additional Information:

Successful applicants will be notified about SNC-Lavalin’s accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire candidates with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.  

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Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is a global fully integrated professional services and project management company and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices around the world, SNC-Lavalin's employees are proud to build what matters. Our teams provide comprehensive end-to-end project solutions – including capital investment, consulting, design, engineering, construction, sustaining capital and operations and maintenance – to clients in oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, infrastructure and power. On July 3, 2017, SNC-Lavalin acquired Atkins, one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. https://www.snclavalin.com

Worker TypeEmployee

Job TypeRegular

At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

SNC-Lavalin cares about your privacy. SNC-Lavalin and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of SNC-Lavalin (referred to throughout as “SNC-Lavalin”) are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.

By submitting your personal information to SNC-Lavalin, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.