Mechanical Engineer
Location: Canada (Remote)
At Ehvert Mission Critical, A Salas O’Brien Company, we tell our clients that we are
engineered for impact. This passion for making a diAerence applies just as much to our
team as it does to our projects. That is why we are committed to living our values every day:
inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a
sustainable future.
Building for the long term means that all of our team members can expect to work on
amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each
member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high
impact career, and they will receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional
services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We
work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting
services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science
and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as
well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced
robotics, and more.
Job Summary
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and coordination of
mechanical systems for mission-critical data centers and other high-performance facilities
across North America. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and
designers to develop innovative HVAC and mechanical system designs that meet stringent
reliability, redundancy, and energy-eAiciency standards.
This position oAers opportunities to grow professionally within a collaborative, technology
driven, and employee-owned organization.
Key Responsibilities
Develop detailed mechanical and HVAC designs, calculations, and construction
documents for mission-critical facilities.
Perform system design and equipment selection for chilled water, air handling, and
cooling systems.
Coordinate with electrical, structural, and controls disciplines to deliver integrated
design solutions.
Review and approve shop drawings, submittals, and contractor RFI responses.
Support field reviews and commissioning activities to ensure design intent and
performance requirements are met.
Apply relevant codes and standards including ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, IMC, and
applicable local and provincial building codes.
Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define scope, schedule, and
technical requirements.
Contribute to continuous process improvement and mentor junior staA where
applicable.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution
(Master’s preferred).
10+ years of experience in HVAC and mechanical system design, preferably in
mission-critical, data center, or high-tech facilities.
Strong understanding of mechanical system redundancy, energy eAiciency, and
load diversity principles.
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and HVAC design tools such as HAP, TRACE 700, or
similar.
Working knowledge of CFD analysis, energy modeling, or sustainability design
practices is a plus.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada required, with registration
in the applicable province or territory.
Authorized to work in Canada.
Benefits
Experience in high-tech industries and mission-critical environments.
Unique, large-scale data center projects across North America.
Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
Supportive and innovative team environment.
Competitive salary, benefits, and ownership opportunities through the Salas
O’Brien employee-ownership program.
Location: Canada (Remote)
Travel: Less than 15%
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants
for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to
race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, provincial, or local laws.
Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by
law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution
- 10+ years of experience in HVAC and mechanical system design
- Strong understanding of mechanical system redundancy, energy efficiency, and load diversity principles
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and HVAC design tools such as HAP or TRACE 700
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada with registration in the applicable province or territory
- Authorized to work in Canada
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience in mission-critical, data center, or high-tech facilities
- Working knowledge of CFD analysis, energy modeling, or sustainability design practices
Salas O'Brien Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options include multiple medical, dental, and vision plans with an individual medical option at no premium, plus no‑cost preventive medications and mental‑health resources. Employer‑paid disability and life coverage further strengthen the safety net.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes a base PTO allotment plus company office‑closure days and paid parental leave for births, adoptions, and foster placements. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave is a standout component of the package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) employer match with a potential additional company stock contribution, along with RRSP support in Canada and a student‑loan payment 401(k) match in the U.S. These features provide structured long‑term savings support beyond base pay.
Salas O'Brien Insights
What We Do
Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and technical services firm focused on advancing the human experience through the built environment. Our team is engineered for impact™, helping clients achieve critical goals, advancing our team members through growth and opportunity, and operating at the center of important global issues, including sustainability and decarbonization. We are a top firm as ranked by Engineering News-Record and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, and we have appeared for over a decade on the Inc. 5000 list of North America’s fastest-growing private companies.









