SearchLabs

Mechanical Designer

SearchLabs

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Halifax • Canada

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About the role

  • Prepare drawings, specifications, and reports for a range of mechanical building services projects
  • Design heating, ventilation, air conditioning, fire protection, plumbing, and specialty mechanical systems
  • Perform load calculations and equipment sizing, and create equipment schedules tailored to project requirements
  • Develop layouts and design mechanical building services, ensuring seamless integration with structural, architectural, and electrical disciplines
  • Maintain and adhere to BIM/CAD standards (Revit/CAD) and participate in clash detection, model audits, and overall quality reviews
  • Assist with construction administration, site reviews, shop drawing review, site instructions, and preparation of change notices as required
  • Coordinate design requirements across disciplines, ensuring continuity and effective project delivery
  • Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, contractors, and external project stakeholders

Requirements

  • 5 years of experience in mechanical building services design
  • Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Building Services (C.E.T. designation or equivalent experience will be considered)
  • Strong proficiency in Revit (2017 or later), AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP, Navisworks, and Dynamo
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) and experience with mechanical systems such as HVAC, heating, cooling, fire protection, and plumbing
  • Strong understanding of municipal and provincial building codes and standards
  • Skilled at working across disciplines — including structural, architectural, and electrical — to coordinate seamless design and delivery
  • Strong attention to detail, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible work hours and half‑day Fridays (all year long).
  • Group Health Benefits Program, including a Health Spending Account.
  • Group Retirement Savings Plan (employer and employee contributions).
  • Employee Share Ownership Program (ESOP).
  • Transit subsidy and additional time‑off programs available.
  • An inclusive and collaborative culture, with a strong focus on employee well‑being and belonging.
  • A long‑standing reputation for engineering excellence and a track record of delivering award‑winning projects.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
mechanical building services designload calculationsequipment sizingBIM standardsCAD standardsclash detectionquality reviewsmechanical systems designHVACplumbing
Soft Skills
attention to detailcollaborative mindsetability to manage multiple prioritiesverbal communicationwritten communication
Certifications
Diploma in Mechanical EngineeringDegree in Mechanical EngineeringC.E.T. designation