Intermediate Mechanical Designer

Location: Vancouver, BC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Building Consulting / Mechanical Engineering

Salary: 110k+ (Based on Experience)

About The Opportunity

We are partnering with a well-established consulting engineering firm that continues to grow across Western Canada and is looking to add an Intermediate Mechanical Designer to its Vancouver team.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to technically strong, practical building solutions. You’ll work across a diverse project portfolio while gaining exposure to project delivery, client coordination, and increasing design responsibility.

The Role

As an Intermediate Mechanical Designer, you will support and lead mechanical building system design across a range of projects including commercial, mixed-use residential, institutional, healthcare, industrial, and public-sector developments.

Working alongside project managers and senior engineers, you’ll contribute through all phases of project delivery - from conceptual design through construction administration.

Responsibilities

Design and develop mechanical systems including: HVAC systems Plumbing systems Hydronic systems Ventilation and exhaust systems Fire protection coordination Prepare construction drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation Produce and coordinate design models using Revit MEP Perform load calculations and equipment selections Coordinate with electrical, structural, architectural, and other project disciplines Participate in project meetings and assist with consultant/client coordination Conduct site reviews and support construction administration activities Assist with permit submissions and municipal coordination Ensure designs align with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements Support continuous improvement of design standards and internal processes Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Systems, Engineering Technology, or related discipline 5-7+ years of experience in mechanical building design within a consulting environment Strong proficiency with Revit MEP and AutoCAD Experience designing HVAC and plumbing systems for buildings Understanding of applicable building and energy codes in British Columbia Familiarity with project coordination and consultant communication Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Required Experience

Exposure to energy-efficient or sustainable building design is considered an asset Experience with institutional, healthcare, commercial, or multi-family residential projects Knowledge of software such as HAP, Trace, Carrier, or similar design tools Construction administration and field review exposure

What’s Offered

Competitive compensation package Remote environment flexibility Exposure to diverse and technically interesting projects Clear career progression into senior design and project leadership roles Mentorship and professional development support Collaborative and team-oriented culture Opportunity to build long-term client relationships and project ownership

If you’re looking for an opportunity that offers technical depth, project variety, and room to grow into broader project responsibilities, we’d love to connect!

Connect with me on LinkedIn or send me your resume directly - Jennifer Ramos, jramos@talentsphere.ca