Intermediate Mechanical Engineer overseeing mechanical systems design, construction compliance, and inspections for AtkinsRéalis engineering programs. Supporting GTAA facilities through technical reviews, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
About the role
- Mechanical Engineer designing industrial refrigeration systems for Prairie HVAC/R’s cold-storage, food-processing, and beverage-production clients. Supporting calculations, equipment selection, documentation, commissioning, and field troubleshooting.
Responsibilities
- Design and specify industrial refrigeration systems for cold storage, food processing, and beverage production facilities
- Perform heat load calculations, equipment sizing, and system capacity analysis
- Develop and review P&IDs, mechanical layouts, equipment schedules, and technical specifications
- Select compressors, evaporators, condensers, pumps, vessels, valves, and associated refrigeration equipment
- Prepare engineering calculations, submittals, and project documentation
- Review and respond to redline markups and field conditions, updating drawings and specifications as needed
- Collaborate with project managers, drafters, controls specialists, and field technicians to ensure designs are accurately implemented
- Support new system design, upgrades, retrofits, and modifications to existing refrigeration systems
- Evaluate system performance and recommend improvements to efficiency, reliability, and safety
- Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, safety regulations, and industry standards, including IIAR, CSA, and ASHRAE
- Communicate technical requirements to clients, contractors, and internal teams
- Support project estimating, proposal development, and bid preparation as needed
- Assist with startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting support on active projects
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Proven experience designing or supporting industrial refrigeration systems
- Experience with ammonia and/or CO₂ refrigeration systems preferred
- Experience in cold storage, food processing, or beverage production environments
- Strong understanding of refrigeration thermodynamics, load calculations, and system design principles
- Ability to develop and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and equipment schedules
- Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar design software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Engineering licensure (P.Eng.) or progress toward licensure is a plus
- Experience with ammonia (NH₃) and CO₂ refrigeration system design is a plus
- Experience with Building Automation Systems or refrigeration controls is a plus
- Experience with system startup, commissioning, and field troubleshooting support is a plus
- Experience with industrial refrigeration construction and installation projects is a plus
Benefits
- Group medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Life and accidental death insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 64 hours of sick/personal time upon hire
- Paid vacation in accordance with company policy and applicable provincial employment standards
- Paid holidays
- Employee referral bonus
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement and long-term career growth
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
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