Job Description

Overview:
At Integral Group, we are rooted in ‘Deep Green Engineering’. Everything we do, is focused toward providing sustainable solutions to our clients in the built environment.

We are a team of innovators – Engineers, Scientists, Designers, Technologists and Project Managers, with a mission to design healthy, efficient buildings.

The impact of the work we do is far reaching. From existing building retrofits, to multi-billion-dollar hospitals and healthcare facilities, every building matters.

Having completed over 50 LEED Platinum projects & over 100 Net Zero Energy projects, our clients view us as their consultant of choice - Subject matter experts in Sustainable Design, who never compromise on quality of project work.

As we look toward our post-pandemic future, Integral Group provides a safe, diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We are dedicated to employee mobility and encourage career diversification and exposure to multiple types and sizes of project.

We are expanding our team in Canada and are looking to hire eager, progressive professionals who have a passion for sustainability in engineering.

The Opportunity

WE ARE

• A small and mighty team of energetic green building professionals – our Victoria office is growing and needs your help!
• A satellite office in a small city, while being part of a big company. We offer a great balance of friendliness and community in a small team environment, while also providing the opportunities, expertise, and stability of an international engineering firm.
• An inclusive and progressive employer; we hold our core values of TRUST, NURTURE, and INSPIRE into everything we do. We emphasize open communication, we hold each other accountable, and we maintain a healthy work-life balance.

ABOUT THE POSITION
We are looking for an Intermediate Mechanical Designer to join our Victoria Office! This is a great opportunity for you to get some hands-on experience on mechanical design projects in a supportive and fast-paced environment working with passionate people.

The Intermediate Mechanical Designer must be a team player with the ability to receive and execute instructions from the Senior Designer/Project Manager or Team Leader with minimal supervision. Proficient operating knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit is required. Good communication skills, initiatives and inclination to learn are to be demonstrated. Flexibility to deal with changing priorities, and the ability to systematically and reliably respond to critical situations is very important. Responsibilities:

• AutoCAD and Revit drafting and design operations
• Provide technical assistance to the Senior Designers/Project Managers/Team Leaders as follows:
  • Maintain Design files and OQM checklists
  • Set up heating and cooling load calculation file (i.e. Carrier HAP) - inputs to be checked by senior staff
  • HVAC, Fire Protection and Plumbing layout and drafting with minimal supervision
  • Ensure Integral design checklist is being followed
  • Ensure Integral AutoCAD and/or Revit Standards are being followed
  • Maintain AutoCAD and/or Revit files
  • Prepare preliminary motor list with assistance provided by senior staff
  • Co-ordinate mechanical requirements with other disciplines involved in the project design team (i.e. Architects, Structural Consultants, Electrical Consultants, etc.) Assistance will be provided by senior staff
  • Co-ordinate service requirements/connections with the respective utility and/or municipal agencies
  • Review and process shop drawings with senior staff
  • Assist in training junior staff and reviewing their work
  • Provide construction administration services as directed and supervised by senior staff
  • Write various reports as directed by senior staff
  • Attend site surveys with senior staff

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years AutoCAD experience coupled with 2 years design experience in HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems
• Ability to read Architectural, Structural, Electrical drawings with minimal supervision provided by senior staff
• Ability to apply prescriptive requirements of plumbing building and sprinkler codes (i.e. NFPA, BCBC, BC Plumbing Code, etc.) with minimal supervision provided by senior staff
• Knowledge of energy modelling and calculations is preferred
• Revit experience is an asset
• EIT classification is an asset
• University degree or College diploma in Mechanical Engineering specialization is an asset

Our company culture is built on a TRUST in each other to NURTURE careers and ideas that will INSPIRE us to do great things together. These values provide the foundation for a healthy work-life balance and a workplace environment that fosters creativity, authenticity, and excellence.

Integral Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada

**Please read the job posting carefully and apply if you meet the minimum qualifications listed**

Integral Group is committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the People team at canadapeoplerequests@integragroup.com.

The Company requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to weekly COVID-19 testing prior to attending any Company or client locations or events, unless an applicable accommodation is approved on the basis of protected grounds such as disability (e.g.: for medical reasons), religion, or sincerely held belief (or creed).