Mechanical Engineer Intermediate – Senior (Buildings – HVAC, Plumbing)

Hello from Flow. Flow applies intelligent mechanical and electrical engineering solutions to new and retrofitted buildings throughout western Canada. Our creative yet practical solutions blend human comfort, environmental sustainability and engineering expertise into a functioning whole, transforming these spaces into places that work for the people who use, own or operate them.

Flow’s mechanical and electrical services run the gamut for most building types and systems, including general design and management services; advising, investigating and reporting; base building upgrades. Our multitalented team has complementary skills that allow us to apply intelligent mechanical and electrical engineering solutions across a breadth of projects. Our guiding principle of collaborative problem solving promotes looking at challenges through a creative lens, leveraging differences to arrive at smart, practical, and sustainable solutions regardless of project type.

Job Summary: Join our dynamic team in Vancouver, where we prioritize care, creativity, and sustainability in everything we do. We’re seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our ranks and contribute to our mission of driving change through elegant yet simple solutions and sustainable practices. As a Mechanical Engineer with us, you’ll thrive in an environment that values collaboration and fosters personal growth.

You’ll work alongside experienced industry giants, assisting in client relationship development, meetings, and supporting the team. Your creativity and technical expertise will be put to the test as you tackle design projects and find innovative solutions to complex problems. At Flow, we prioritize the well-being of our team members, ensuring a healthy balance between work and personal life.

You’ll have the opportunity to grow professionally while being supported by our close-knit community and commitment to mentorship. If you’re passionate about making a difference, eager to work on diverse projects, and ready to grow both personally and professionally, we want you on our team. Responsibilities & Qualifications Site Survey Completes site surveys expeditiously and within allocated number of visits in fee proposal by appropriately scheduling and organizing access.

Identifies existing non-conforming conditions or areas that could use improvement (value-added). Relies on junior staff to assist with straightforward site surveys. Drafting and Design Designs medium-high complex systems for projects such as small/medium central plants, medium new construction, medium system schematics, and dust collection or process-specific systems.

Edits and develops standards for specific projects and completes construction documents with sufficient detail to promote success of the project. Draws on experience and proactively addresses potential challenges in project execution. Design is clearly and consistently optimized with emphasis on cost-benefit and sustainability.

Project Support Prepares construction documentation such as addenda, CCNs, SIs, shop drawing reviews and ancillary sketches. Works to manage expectations for deliverables, overall schedule, and additional fees. For medium – high complex projects, may acts as client’s key contact for day-to-day project-related items.

Completes detailed field review reports. Communication Communicates clearly with internal team and project manager. Presents numerical data effectively, and can read and interpret complex data.

Able to write complete and concise reports such as systems assessments and energy studies. Technical Knowledge Comprehensive understanding of: Thermodynamics, heating/cooling calculations, pump/piping systems theory, psychrometric charts and acoustics; applicable codes such as BCBC, VBBL NBCC, ASHRAE 62,90.1 , NFPA and CSA; different mechanical systems (e.g. able to specify heat pumps, roof top units, VAV Boxes, heating/cooling coils, make up air units, dust collection systems, cooling towers, etc.); Benefits and drawbacks of different mechanical systems. Able to size hot water tanks, ductwork, piping, air separators, heat exchangers, control valves, expansion tanks and other associated equipment/components for medium complex projects.

Fluent in AutoCAD and/or Revit and HAP. Teamwork Effectively manages and mentors a team of at least one other junior team member. Assesses team members’ abilities and experience for task allocations.

Manages multiple projects. Focuses on mentorship at a technical level. Manages team’s time to successfully complete technical task of multiple projects.

Qualifications, Education and Experience Bachelors degree in engineering or related field. P.Eng. registration Passive House/LEED certification beneficial. Approximately 4-7 years of directly related experience, 8 years of experience for Senior level.

Additional Information We value our team members and firmly believe in fair compensation. The base compensation range for this role is $80,000-$120,000 annually. We acknowledge that every candidate possesses a distinct combination of skills, experience, education, and competencies, all of which will be duly considered in the offer we extend.

Our differences are what set us apart, and we’re here to celebrate them. Fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion strengthens our ability to understand clients, meet their needs and succeed. We are an equal-opportunity employer that welcomes all qualified individuals to join our workplace family.

We strive to create an environment where everyone feels comfortable to bring their whole, true selves to work every day. Do you meet some of the posting requirements but not all?. We encourage you to apply regardless Our commitment is to seek individuals that will compliment, enhance and add to our great team.

The technical skills can be (and will be) taught in-house