Mechanical Fuels Specialist

Our Stantec Buildings Group offers services for all phases of the project life cycle, from pre-project planning through detailed design, construction and operations, to decommissioning. This is where great ideas and rewarding careers are built. Exercising creativity and ingenuity, our team delivers innovative, integrated, and practical solutions to complex problems for many sectors, including healthcare, industrial facilities, education, civic, commercial and airports.  Comprised of industry experts, engineers, technologists, and architects, we provide career opportunities as unique as you are.

An opportunity exists in Stantec's Ottawa, ON, Markham, ON, Waterloo, ON, or Toronto, ON office for a highly motivated Intermediate Mechanical Engineer - Fuels Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role you will be working within a mechanical engineering team toward the design and execution of projects ranging in size and complexity, with a focus on industrial, healthcare, commercial and educational projects.

Responsibilities:

• Leading the design of fuel systems including diesel generator fuel systems, bulk tank farms, and fuel dispensing stations, aviation fueling systems, using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.
• Coordinate and be responsible for the fuels engineering drawings and specifications on multiple projects.
• Writing reports analyzing mechanical problems and providing engineering solutions and recommendations.
• Prepare detailed engineering design calculations.
• Preparing contract drawings, schematics, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to construction.
• Producing mechanical drawings in REVIT MEP and in AutoCAD.
• Reviewing equipment selections, performing preliminary engineering calculations, and developing preliminary designs.
• Preparing Technical Specifications and documents for bidding and construction.
• Mentoring and working with junior staff, including instructing them in the completion of design calculations, providing markups for REVIT MEP and AutoCAD drawing development, guiding the production of reports and memos, and reviewing their work.
• Collaborating with other intermediate and senior staff to establish design concepts and get reviews of design intents.
• Responsible for the design of building related mechanical systems across Canada using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.
• Following production guidelines and project standards to Stantec and Client drafting guidelines.
• Support specific sales, proposal, and project efforts.
• Assist with determining the scope and fee for proposed engineering services.
• Nurture and maintain strong client relationships in and for execution of projects, and as appropriate participate in marketing/business development.
• Review shop drawings and other contractor submittals for compliance with construction documents.
• Perform field surveys for drawing development, site reviews and as-recorded drawings as required.
• Communicate and foster strong relationships with other team members and become familiar with Stantec standards to complete assignments and projects in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of CSA B139, Liquid Fuel Handlings Code, CSA B836, CEPA SOR 2008/197 will be considered an asset. 
• Knowledge of Hydronics, Plumbing, Controls, and Fire Protection systems and their design is considered an asset.
• Eligible to apply for and receive PSPC Secret Clearance is required. Existing PSPC Secret or Reliability Clearance status is considered an asset.
• Experience working with AutoCAD and REVIT MEP.
• A working knowledge of building-related mechanical systems is considered an asset.
• Excellent knowledge of national and provincial building codes and standards.
• Demonstrated technical writing skills; capable of writing reports, letters, and technical specifications.
• Strong English verbal and writing skills are required. French language skills are considered an asset.
• Self-motivated and self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Good time management skills and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good organization, coordination, and project management skills necessary to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Eager to learn with strong listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Physical presence in the Ottawa, Waterloo, Markham, or Toronto offices is required. Physical presence in the Ottawa office is preferred.
• Ability to travel within Canada may be required.
• Current Driver's license is required.

Education and Experience 

• Minimum 5 years of consulting engineering experience in the buildings industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Process Engineering
• Practicing engineer: Licensed P.Eng. in a Canadian jurisdiction