HVAC Project Engineer Job

NOC: 21301 – Mechanical Engineers

Employer: FOUR SEASONS DC Repairs Ltd.

Position: HVAC Project Engineer

Business Address: 750 Oakdale Road, Unit 26, North York, Ontario M3N 2Z4

Work Location: Same as above; May require travelling to various project sites throughout the Greater Toronto Area

Employment Type: Permanent, full-time

Number of Positions: 1

Wage: $46.15-$50.00 per hour

Hours of Work: 30-40 hours per week

Overtime: Paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate after 44 hours per week

Vacation: 4% of gross wages

Benefits: Group insurance benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage on a cost-sharing basis

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description

FOUR SEASONS DC Repairs Ltd. is seeking an experienced HVAC Project Engineer to plan, design, coordinate and oversee heating, ventilation and air-conditioning projects. The successful candidate will provide engineering and project-management support throughout the design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning and handover stages of commercial and residential HVAC projects.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities

• Assess project specifications, architectural and engineering drawings, client requirements, site conditions and applicable building standards to determine HVAC system requirements.
• Develop and review HVAC system designs, equipment layouts, mechanical drawings, schematics, specifications and technical documentation.
• Perform or review heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation calculations, duct sizing, airflow requirements and equipment-capacity assessments.
• Assist in selecting HVAC equipment and components, including furnaces, air-conditioning units, heat pumps, rooftop units, air-handling units, fans, pumps, controls and associated mechanical equipment.
• Plan and manage HVAC projects from the initial design and estimating stages through installation, testing, commissioning and final turnover.
• Prepare project scopes of work, material take-offs, cost estimates, equipment schedules, project timelines and technical reports.
• Coordinate HVAC designs and installation requirements with architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, fire-protection and building-automation systems.
• Review shop drawings, equipment manuals, requests for information, change orders and technical submissions from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Provide technical direction and construction support to project coordinators, site supervisors, HVAC technicians, installers, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Conduct project-site visits to verify field conditions, resolve design or installation conflicts and assess compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Review the installation of ductwork, piping, mechanical equipment, controls and related HVAC components for conformity with project requirements.
• Develop and review testing, balancing, start-up and commissioning procedures for HVAC systems.
• Coordinate equipment start-up, system testing, deficiency correction and commissioning activities with technicians, contractors, suppliers and clients.
• Investigate HVAC system performance issues and recommend technical modifications to improve system reliability, energy efficiency and operational performance.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including design revisions, progress reports, technical correspondence, commissioning records, deficiency lists and as-built information.
• Identify project risks, design conflicts, cost variances and schedule delays, and assist in developing appropriate mitigation plans.

How to Apply
Qualified candidates may apply by email to:
Email: [email protected]
Subject line: Application-HVAC Project Engineer
Applicants should submit:
• A current Resume
• A brief cover letter describing their HVAC, mechanical, energy systems, or MEP project experience
• Copies of relevant educational credentials or professional certifications, if requested

Employment Requirements
• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, energy systems engineering, building services engineering, electrical engineering, electromechanical engineering or another closely related engineering discipline is required.
• A minimum of five years of engineering or project-management experience in HVAC, mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, MEP, building services or construction projects is required.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering, procurement, construction, testing or commissioning activities is required.
• Experience preparing or reviewing technical drawings, specifications, material take-offs, cost estimates and project schedules is required.
• Knowledge of HVAC equipment, mechanical systems, building controls, testing and commissioning principles is required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Experience with Revit MEP, AutoCAD MEP, HVAC load-calculation software or project-management software is an asset.
• Strong project planning, technical analysis, problem-solving, communication and organizational skills are required.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, electrical and construction drawings is required.
• A valid Ontario driver’s licence is preferred.
• Eligibility for registration with Professional Engineers Ontario is an asset.
• Professional Engineer designation is required only where the employee will independently approve or seal engineering documents.
Language Requirements: English at an intermediate level

Health/Dental Benefits