Welcome to Design Works Engineering!
We are a multi-discipline engineering firm inclusive of civil engineering, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, energy modelling, and fire protection design. Our diverse staff all share the same vision – create great projects, and even better relationships.
Our team is a group of creative professionals from all walks of life, and we want to hear from you!
The position:
We are actively seeking a Mechanical Engineer (P.Eng.) to join our growing team in Grande Prairie, AB.
What will you be doing?
- Contribute to all project phases and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, defined scope, timelines and budget
- Design and specification of all Mechanical Building Services systems - heating, cooling, ventilation, and controls.
- Prepare engineering drawings and specifications
- Review client specifications
- Write technical reports and analysis to support design submissions
- Review shop drawings for compliance & participate in development of engineering standards
- Obtain proposals from and follow-up with suppliers and contractors
- Partner with cross functional project team members
- Visit and survey project sites for project related activities
- Load calculations including heat load calculations using HAP’s
What you bring?
- A Degree in mechanical engineering with a minimum of 5 years' experience designing commercial, low/high rise buildings, and multi-family residential buildings.
- P.Eng. designation with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) in good standing (required).
- Strong communication skills required to provide effective inter-discipline, high value engineering, client, vendor, and sub-contract coordination on projects.
- Familiarity with industry codes and standards and the use of client specifications for detailed design.
- Effective leadership and business development skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Revit.
- Fluent in English.
Who you are:
- You are a natural self-starter with the ability to prioritize, self-schedule, meet tight deadlines, and work with colleagues from various departments, market sectors, and locations.
- You are comfortable multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance.
- You are a hard-working and reliable, and you have open communication with your team.
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment, where you welcome challenges, rather than shy away from them.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- A key role in strengthening the Grande Prairie mechanical team within a rapidly expanding national firm.
- Opportunities to work on diverse, high-impact projects throughout Alberta and across Canada.
- A collaborative, innovative environment where your expertise directly contributes to shaping communities.
At Design Works Engineering we are offering a career rather than a job: supporting our team members to reach their full potential is at the heart of our business for delivering superior value to our clients on each of our building projects.
Design Works Engineering is an equal-opportunity employer. If you feel as though you are the right fit for this position, please apply in confidence. If you require any accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know.
The most qualified candidates will be contacted directly by Design Works Engineering for further discussion.
Skills Required
- Degree in mechanical engineering
- Minimum 5 years experience designing commercial, low/high-rise, and multi-family residential buildings
- P.Eng. designation with APEGA in good standing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Revit
- Experience performing load/heat calculations using HAP
- Familiarity with industry codes, standards, and client specifications
- Strong communication and coordination skills with clients, vendors, and project teams
- Effective leadership and business development skills
- Fluent in English
What We Do
Designworks is a global creative consultancy owned by BMW, specializing in UX/UI, experience activation, industrial design, automotive design, and creative strategy. Serving as the internal think-tank for the BMW Group and a consultant for an array of external premium brands worldwide, the company focuses on designing holistic systems that impact and improve the world we live in through innovation and design excellence.
