Mechanical Designer, Buildings

Mechanical Designer, Buildings

Join WSP in Canada for the role of Mechanical Designer, Buildings
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Shape the world around you – as part of our Buildings M&E team, you’ll contribute to projects that define tomorrow’s spaces. From commercial buildings and retail environments to niche healthcare clinics and specialty spaces, your work will impact communities across Canada. Many assignments involve multi‑location programs, giving you exposure to national standards and coordination challenges that go beyond single‑site work.

• Design mechanical systems for HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Deliver accurate heating and cooling load calculations, select equipment, and develop ductwork, piping, and sprinkler layouts.
• Apply codes and standards such as OBC, ASHRAE, and NFPA to ensure compliance and quality.
• Support construction administration through RFIs, shop drawing reviews, and site visits.
• Collaborate with electrical designers and other disciplines to create integrated solutions that meet client needs.

• 3–7 years of experience in mechanical design for building systems.
• Proficiency in Revit (mandatory) and HVAC calculation tools such as HAP.
• Solid understanding of OBC, ASHRAE, NFPA, and related standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or comparable diploma; EIT/P.Eng. or CET designation is an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in fast‑paced environments.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of 72,000 brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future‑proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

• We value our people and our reputation.
• We are locally dedicated with international scale.
• We are future‑focused and challenge the status quo.
• We foster collaboration in everything we do.
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety‑sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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