Mechanical Engineer

At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.

When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.

Mott MacDonald is currently seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team of professionals in our Toronto location. You will work in a professional environment with an established building services team where you will be offered the opportunity to work on an exciting range of projects, and to continue your professional development.

As a Mechanical Engineer, working as an integral part of the Built Environment (buildings and facilities) team, your duties will include but not be limited to the following:

- Managing the delivery of assigned projects

- Working and liaising with associated engineering disciplines as part of delivering projects

- Managing internal and external stakeholders, ensuring client satisfaction and pursuing and promoting opportunities with existing as well as prospective clients

- Developing engineering from a feasibility stage to completion, and articulation to the support team

- Development of resilient and redundant services infrastructure solutions

- Working as part of a multi-discipline team to deliver projects

- Working with the leadership team to grow the Mechanical team in Canada and the overall footprint of the business

- Co-ordinating mechanical design with architectural and other disciplines

- Carrying out design and calculation work using relevant industry software

- Developing, maintaining and monitoring programs for scheduling and reporting on deliverables across specific projects

- Maximizing profitability of projects, monitoring against budget, reacting and anticipating potential problems and communicating in line with client expectations

- Demonstrating technical expertise, providing in-depth knowledge and leadership whilst proactively coaching and developing more junior team members

- Providing expert engineering input into design; and evaluation of built environment proposals.

- Mentoring other Mechanical Engineers and Designers and support developing their growth plans with the Mechanical Discipline Lead.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

- Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university

- Professional Engineer status with a relevant professional body in Canada

- At least 8 years’ relevant experience in mechanical building services design and execution for major development with a consultancy and/or design and build background.

- Experience of working in various infrastructure projects including buildings, airports, and large-scale transport infrastructure

- Solid knowledge in Canada building standards, codes and regulations

- Excellent understanding of BIM/VDC, preferably with experience in a BIM tool

- Experience in the design of plumbing and drainage systems

- Skills in sustainability and green initiatives, with a demonstrated track record

- Positive ‘can-do’ attitude, to working with colleagues and clients.

- Familiar with energy modelling software such as IESVE, Trace and HAPP

- Experience in LEED, with LEED accreditation preferred.

- A collaborative, open and constructive approach with developed relationship management, interpersonal and influencing skills.

- A digital and sustainability advocate.

- Adaptable to working within different client environments/cultures.

- Willing and able to travel within Canada and internationally as required to support projects.

Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits & Rewards

The expected salary range for this position is from $99,000 - $122,000

Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience, and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range.

In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success.

The comprehensive benefits and rewards package is designed to support your health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Eligible employees have access to health and dental coverage, wellness resources, retirement savings, insurance and disability protection, paid time off, family leave support, and professional development opportunities. Benefits are subject to eligibility, plan terms, and change.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.