Building Mechanical Engineer - #118174

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Job Title: Building Mechanical Engineer Location: Windsor, ON Duration: 8+ months Description: Looking for either a Building Mechanical OR Electrical Engineer Overall Objectives: Provide facility engineering services for Company Canada Engineering. Develop specifications and bid packages for facility projects. Manage construction and equipment installation projects. Develop equipment standards and operating procedures for the operation of facility equipment. Manage third party maintenance services of facility equipment and buildings. This position is 100% on site. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Project Manager for facility projects to meet timing, specifications, and cost objectives (Includes all aspects of projects outside of Mechanical Engineering) including:
• Provide review of design documents during their development and prior to bidding
• Monitor construction work in the field by mechanical and utility contactors
• Provide input and analysis on Value Engineering ideas to reduce project scope and cost
• Provide technical support to project staff to resolve field issues
• Review project submittals and coordinate response with A/E firms
• Assist in the resolution of questions from contractors, (i.e., interpreting the meaning and intent of drawings and specs,) and submitting/tracking RFIs.
• Work with the project team to develop, provide oversight, and ensure adherence to the project schedule
• Coordinate with other disciplines the project installation, delivery, and schedule
• Conduct utility package construction coordination meetings
• Assist in developing utility pricing scopes and pricing breakdowns for all utility bid packages
• Coordinate contractor’s utility interferences prior to installation of utility systems
• Attend construction meeting and perform constructability reviews
• Monitor the quality of work, so that it is in accordance with the design drawings and specifications
• Provide oversight of equipment start-up, commissioning, and acceptance tests
• Evaluate completion of the contractors work and assist in punch-list creation and close-out
• Provide review of final close-out documentation
• Document problems found and provide lessons learned for continuous improvement
• Review monthly invoicing.
• Take ownership of building electrical and mechanical systems including building power distribution, controls, HVAC, cooling and compressed air systems.
• Investigate and resolve deficiencies to facility building and equipment.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
• Work with internal customers to provide solutions to equipment and building upgrades.
• Develop scope of work for facility construction and equipment installation projects and support the bid process.
• Manage outside contractor services supporting building and equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Write purchase requisitions for material and services for facility engineering.
• Develop and promote efficiency improvements in building systems to reduce utility usage and maintenance costs.
• Ensure owner’s interests are protected with respect to health and safety, cost, schedule, liability and function on facility construction and renovation projects.
• Primary area of responsibility is within Company Canada facilities located in Windsor.
  
  

Requirements:

• 5-10 years construction management experience.
• Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 5-10 years engineering experience with facility electrical and mechanical systems such as power distribution, controls, safety controls and lighting; HVAC, utilities, air compressors, cooling towers and bridge cranes.
• Detailed knowledge of Ontario Building Code, Ontario Electrical Safety Code, TSSA standards, OHSA, CSA, ASHRAE, and local by-law.
• Ability to interpret and develop electrical and mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, and Google Sheets.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.
• Strong project management skills, organizational skills, teamwork, written and verbal communication. .
  
  

Additional Must HAVES:

• 5-10 years engineering experience with facility electrical and mechanical systems such as power distribution, controls, safety controls and lighting; HVAC, utilities, air compressors, cooling towers and bridge cranes.
• Proficient in MS Office programs and AutoCAD
• Strong project management skills, organizational skills, teamwork, written and verbal communication.
• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 3-5 years of experience in an industrial setting in Ontario
• Location: This position is Onsite - 100% (Automotive Research and Development Centre)
• Required to drive a client vehicle during the assignment: YES
• Amount of travel: Frequent travel within City of Windsor, infrequent travel to US and other parts of Ontario.