Mechanical Engineer

Our client, a well-established Canadian consulting engineering firm, is seeking a
Mechanical Engineer
to support the continued growth of its district energy and low-carbon thermal infrastructure practice in Ontario.This is an
Ontario-based remote position
suited to a P.Eng. with approximately
8+ years of mechanical engineering experience, ideally with direct experience in district energy, central energy plants, hydronic systems, or related thermal infrastructure.The successful candidate will take ownership of technical assignments while collaborating with a multidisciplinary engineering team across Canada. The role will involve mechanical design, project delivery, client engagement, and business development, with an emphasis on helping grow the firm’s client base and project portfolio throughout Ontario.Further Responsibilities Include the Following:
Deliver mechanical engineering and design for district energy, central energy plant, energy transfer station, and low-carbon thermal infrastructure projects.Take ownership of assigned technical scopes and independently manage deliverables through to completion.Prepare and review mechanical calculations, equipment sizing, process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), system layouts, construction drawings, specifications, and tender packages.Design and evaluate hydronic heating and cooling systems, pumps, heat exchangers, valves, controls, and district energy distribution piping.Support the design and implementation of low-carbon technologies including heat pumps, heat recovery, ambient-temperature loops, and thermal energy storage.Coordinate with civil, electrical, structural, controls, and other engineering disciplines to develop practical and constructible solutions.Work closely with project managers to manage project scope, schedule, quality, and budgets.Meet directly with existing and prospective clients to understand technical requirements and develop strong professional relationships.Participate in business development activities, including identifying opportunities, supporting proposals, and developing new and repeat client relationships throughout Ontario.Provide technical support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.Participate in site visits, client meetings, and field activities when required.Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and EITs.Communicate project progress, technical issues, and potential schedule impacts proactively with project managers and clients.Ideal Candidate Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.Registered as a
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) .Approximately
8+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience .Previous consulting engineering experience is strongly preferred.Direct experience with
district energy, low-carbon thermal infrastructure, central energy plants, or similar energy systems .Strong working knowledge of hydronic heating and cooling systems, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, controls, and distribution piping.Demonstrated ability to independently deliver technical engineering assignments with limited day-to-day supervision.Experience producing mechanical calculations, equipment sizing, PFDs, P&IDs, drawings, specifications, and tender packages.Strong multidisciplinary coordination experience.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong client-facing capabilities with an interest in developing and maintaining client relationships.Previous involvement in business development, proposals, or securing new and repeat work is strongly preferred.Self-directed and highly organized with the ability to work effectively within a remote team environment.Willingness and ability to travel throughout Ontario for client meetings and project/site requirements.Nice to Haves
Experience designing
energy transfer stations (ETS) .Sewage heat recovery experience.Heat pump system experience.Thermal energy storage experience.Previous work with municipalities, utilities, institutional clients, or other public infrastructure owners.Construction support and commissioning experience.Experience developing successful proposals and generating repeat business.Why This Firm?
Ontario-based remote work with flexible scheduling.Exposure to innovative district energy and low-carbon thermal infrastructure projects.Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus.Extended health, dental, and vision benefits.Health care spending account.Group Savings Matching Plan (GRSP/TFSA).Employee and Family Assistance Program.Career coaching and ongoing professional development.Opportunity for future employee share ownership upon meeting eligibility requirements.Ability to work remotely outside Canada for up to 30 calendar days per year.Opportunities for continued technical, project management, and leadership progression.Candidates should be located in Ontario and available to travel for client meetings, project meetings, and site visits as required.Torus Talent and our client are equal opportunity employers. Due to the time-sensitive nature of this requirement, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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