Sr. Mechanical engineer

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Mechanical Engineer with over 15 years of experience in building mechanical engineering. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in HVAC, plumbing & drainage, and fire protection systems, along with a strong working knowledge of process engineering systems such as compressed air and fueling systems. In addition, in-depth familiarity with Alberta building code, National building code, ASHRAE, and NFPA standards is required. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading and overseeing complex mechanical engineering projects, ensuring compliance with all relevant codes and standards.

Working within our Design & Engineering teams, you'll create some of the world’s most iconic and ground-breaking structures and spaces that transform the world around us, from making journeys easier to opening public places that bring people together.  

This role sits within our global business area Places. We work with our clients around the world to create, support, and enhance smart, safe and sustainable places where people live, work, learn and thrive. Places impact on the quality of people’s lives. Whether new homes, shops, workplaces, schools and hospitals, manufacturing, research and development facilities, or data and distribution centers. People and communities thrive when the spaces in which they live, work, move and play are designed and managed in a way that best meets their needs.

Role accountabilities:

• Oversee and manage the mechanical engineering team


• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and lead the design and implementation of mechanical and process systems for building projects


• Coordinate with architectural team and other engineering disciplines, and actively participate in project planning and budgeting


• Design and engineer building-related systems, including HVAC, process ventilation, hydronics, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, controls and building automation systems


• Engineer industrial systems such as compressed air, lubrication, and fueling systems, as well as service connections for machine installations


• Conceptualize and prepare mechanical layouts and express design intent through concept drawings or sketches


• Analyze heating and cooling loads using computerized methods


• Develop and write engineering study reports


• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards during design development, and coordinate with the energy analysis team for compliance with energy standards


• Take responsibility for the production of construction documents and construction administration for projects, and review and approve technical documentation


• Conduct quality assurance checks, foster innovation, and drive continuous improvement within the engineering team


• Develop man-hours for proposal estimates, deliver technical presentations to clients, and expand business with current and new clients


• Coordinate staffing needs for projects and provide technical training and education to staff


• Engage with engineering societies

Qualifications & Experience:

• Possess over 15 years of experience in mechanical design for industrial and transit facilities, with a strong background in automotive facilities being an asset


• Hold a professional engineering license (P.Eng.) and have a comprehensive understanding of AutoCAD MEP, MicroStation, Revit, 3D software, and related tools


• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills for effective internal and client interactions


• Exhibit the ability to organize and manage multiple project assignments


• Have the aptitude to provide leadership to teams of engineers and designers on projects


• Legally authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship


• Show proven experience in collaborating with clients, contractors, and other consultants


• Possess an excellent understanding of the Alberta Building Code, Fire Code, Plumbing Code, NFPA, ASHRAE standards


• Familiar with TSSA Fuel & Pressure vessel codes, and industrial ventilation standards, among other relevant industrial standards

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.