Mechanical Engineering - Senior Designer

Since 1964 the MCW Group of companies have built a solid reputation for the delivery of Professional Consulting Engineering Services, Energy Management Services, and Engineering Development Services.

The systems designed by the MCW Group of Companies are built to deliver energy in the form of lighting, heating and cooling, as well as information in the form of voice and data. By the very nature of the solutions provided, the MCW Group of Companies help to create the environments required for Clients to live, educate, work, play, and heal.

We have created for our clients the largest block of verified carbon emissions savings of any Canadian consulting firm. For more than a decade and a half MCW Consultants Ltd., and its sister company, MCW Custom Energy Solutions Ltd., have been providing sustainable building designs with the goal to permanently reduce our clients' environmental footprint and create sustainable communities.

For further Information please check out our website: www.mcw.com.

Our Company is currently seeking a self-motivated, driven and hardworking professional Mechanical Engineer Lead to join our Halifax, Nova Scotia office.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to continue their career path in a dynamic team-based working environment.

Position: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING LEAD

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Responsibilities: The Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Team leader and ability to lead young professionals with a passion for mentoring and developing the next generation of engineers.
• Develop a high-performing team and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and technical excellence.
• Prepare deliverables to facilitate project planning and budget control
• Prepare the concept design and complete load calculations, schematics, equipment selection and system concept report.
• Oversee a talented team of mechanical professionals, guiding and development and ensuring top-tier project execution.
• Review and execute mechanical design and layout
• Review mechanical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, etc.).
• Attend project meetings to coordinate with other disciplines and project consultants
• Inspecting project sites in order to monitor progress and ensure compliance with all safety and government regulations.
• Coordinate with other disciplines internally as well as externally with consultants and architects
• Completing technical reviews and providing recommendations regarding designs and reports
• Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of mechanical engineering work
• Completing audits of the work that is produced to ensure design is completed with quality and assurance
• Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues and architects, subcontractors, contracting engineers, consultants, co-workers and clients
• Provide mentorship to junior staff members
• Assist in business development and maintaining existing client relationships.

Qualifications, Experience and Education:

• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant discipline
• Professional Engineering Designation (P. Eng.) in the Province of Nova Scotia
• Minimum 10 + years of industry trade experience
• Engineering and/or design coordination experience in the consulting industry would be beneficial
• Experience in multi-disciplined project coordination and management

Required Skills:

• Require comprehensive knowledge of current engineering principles and practices, complemented with a strong knowledge of project management concepts and practices
• Experience conducting site visits would be an asset.
• Able to communicate ideas and recommendations to non-engineer team members in a clear manner
• Knowledge of Canadian Engineering standards
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, including executives
• Excellent time management and project management skills
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures
• Working knowledge of REVIT would be an asset

Job Specific Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking – Analyzing and synthesizing complex situations and information to understand issues identify options and support sound decision-making
• Attention to Detail – Working in a conscientious, consistent and thorough manner
• Client Focus – Provides added value through service excellence to internal and/or external clients
• Continuous Learning – Identifying and addressing learning and developmental needs to enhance own performance
• Decision Making – Making decisions involving varied levels of risk and ambiguity
• Information Gathering and Processing – Locating and collecting data from appropriate sources and analyzing it to prepare meaningful and concise reports that summarize the information
• Problem Solving – Identifying problems and the solutions to them
• Resilience – Remains energized and focused in the face of ambiguity, change or strenuous demands
• Results Management – Organizes time, work and resources to accomplish objectives in the most effect and efficient way
• Teamwork – Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals
• Leader & Mentor – Inspire other professionals to grow and build the engineering team.

Interested applicants please go to the following link to submit your application including the position title in the subject line.

http://www.mcw.com/Careers/Details/Mechanical-Engineer-Lead@Halifax

Compensation will be commensurate with the experience and skills of the successful candidate.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.  No phone calls, please.

MCW Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer.