Job Description

Project Engineer
Mechanical Engineering
Richmond, BC (Hybrid)
Today is the day to boost your career! Pinchin is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Mechanical Engineering team in our Richmond Office.
Our current project work that you will be involved with includes:

• Building mechanical HVAC and Plumbing designs for Pinchins broad portfolio of clients in British Columbia and across Canada.
• Low carbon electrification projects which use heat pumps to recover waste heat and offset carbon-based heating.
• Design of ambient temperature district energy sharing systems which use heat pumps and renewable energy like geoexchange and wastewater heat recovery to provide heating and cooling to communities.
• Energy Audits, Specialist Reports and GHG reduction studies in existing buildings in British Columbia, possibly extending into neighbouring provinces with the assistance of Energy modelers in our Richmond and Victoria Offices and retrofit work which may come from such Audits
• Assisting other groups in Pinchin with HVAC and plumbing advice as required
• HVAC upgrade works.
• Energy Modelling

A Day in the life of a Project Engineer at Pinchin:

• Engineering design, reviews, and inspections for commercial, institutional, and residential facilities,
• Monitor and report on the performance of existing systems
• Prepare cost estimate and reports
• Assist with proposal preparation and maintaining client relationships
• Support ongoing improvement in our engineering practice through professional development and quality management
• Conduct feasibility studies for renewable energy and district energy projects
• Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on HVAC and plumbing designMeet prospective clients and introduce them to Pinchin

What you bring to the Pinchin team:

• A university degree in Mechanical Engineering and P.Eng. designation. LEED or CEM designations would also be an advantage
• Experience conducting energy audits or evaluating energy efficiency measures for building mechanical systems .
• 5 or more years of consulting engineering experience
• Experience in building HVAC design, particularly retrofit projects and hydronic systems for heating and cooling in residential or commercial buildings
• Experience in Plumbing and/or Fire protection design would be an advantage
• Good technical writing skills
• Excellent English verbal communication, organizational and prioritizing skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and a basic knowledge of AutoCAD, IES, Trace software.
• A valid drivers license
• Ability to travel to various client sites either locally or to adjacent Provinces

Whats in it for you:
Of course, we offer competitive salaries and great benefits, but what makes Pinchin stand out from the crowd? Above all else, we care about our employees and the world around us! Our employees enjoy mentoring and career development programs, opportunities for community involvement including many environmental initiatives, a casual dress code, paid personal days, three weeks paid vacation to start, reimbursement for association membership dues, wellness spending account, social activities, team building events, corporate hotel rates and much more! All of this and more in an inclusive, dynamic work environment! Take a look to see all Pinchin has to offer:
Please note that our recruitment process may involve online testing, depending on the position. As an employee of Pinchin, you will be required by our clients to undergo security clearances and, periodically, drug and alcohol testing in order to gain access to certain job sites. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Pinchin however, only those selected to continue will be contacted.
** No agency phone calls please**
Why Pinchin?
At Pinchin, our employees are the heart of our business. If youre ready to build on your technical and project management skills, we have the resources and subject matter experts to support your career growth. We provide a dynamic and forward-thinking culture that is based on integrity, respect, social responsibility and a passion for learning.
About Us
Pinchin Ltd. is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that provides a wide range of engineering, building sciences, geosciences, environmental, and occupational health and safety solutions across Canada. We are committed to employment practices that promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.
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