Posted 26 days ago
Mechanical Building Engineer
@ BPA
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
BPA is hiring a Mechanical Building Engineer in Ottawa to design and coordinate HVAC, plumbing and building mechanical systems from concept to construction. The role involves client relationships, site surveys and report preparation, on a hybrid 37.5-hour week at $40 to $55 per hour. Candidates need a building-focused mechanical engineering degree, 5+ years of experience and PEO membership in good standing.
Pay:
$40–$55 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Supervise, design and verify mechanical building systems projects
- Survey existing installations and analyze building systems
- Meet clients to understand needs and manage relationships
- Prepare client reports
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's in mechanical engineering (building) or building engineering
- 5+ years in mechanical building systems design
- PEO membership in good standing
- Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD and HAP
- Excellent verbal and written communication
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · dayforce-feed
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day, overtime |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Government of Canada Reliability Status |
| Encouraged to apply | Women, Racialized people, Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering, Building Engineering |
| Security clearance | Reliability status |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Wellness, Paid training |
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BPA
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 94 |
BPA is more than an engineering firm — it’s a passionate team shaping the buildings and infrastructure of tomorrow. With offices across Canada, our expertise in sustainable design and technical innovation drives impactful projects from coast to coast. Joining BPA means putting your talent to work on meaningful projects, collaborating with recognized experts, and growing in a flexible, people-focused and forward-thinking environment.
The opportunity
Join BPA’s growing team as a Mechanical Building Engineer based in Ottawa! In this role, you will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative, practical, and energy-efficient mechanical solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with experience in HVAC, plumbing, and related building systems who is looking to collaborate with clients and project partners and help create high-performing built environments.
If you’re looking to take ownership of your projects, contribute to a dynamic multidisciplinary team, and make an impact in the region — we’d love to meet you.
Your daily impact
- Technical supervision, coordination, verification and design of various mechanical building systems projects from concept design to completion of construction.
- Work as part of a team to carry out building-related mechanical systems design projects for various sectors (institutional, office, commercial, cultural and residential).
- Connect with clients to understand their needs.
- Survey existing installations.
- Analyze, design and adapt building-related installations.
- Prepare various types of client reports.
- Manage the project and the relationships with the client.
Your profile
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (specializing in building) or building engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical building systems design.
- Member in good standing of PEO (Professional Engineers Ontario)
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Revit, and HAP heat loads calculations software.
- Capability to write reports, complete site visits, and design mechanical and plumbing systems with minimum supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Collaborative spirit and positive leadership to influence technical decisions and client relationships.
- Eligibility to get a Government of Canada Reliability Status
Build your career with us and enjoy…
- A culture built on collaboration, knowledge sharing, talent development, and the quality of our work.
- A 37.5-hour workweek with flexible scheduling and the possibility of finishing at noon on Fridays.
- A hybrid work policy that promotes balance between professional and personal life.
- Overtime hours that are recognized and compensated, either through time off in lieu or paid compensation.
- A competitive total compensation package, including a comprehensive group insurance plan and an RRSP program with employer contributions.
- A structured training and professional development program supported by UniversiT, our internal entity dedicated to the technical and personal growth of every employee.
- A structured Mentorship Program that connects early-career professionals with experienced mentors to kick-start your BPA career.
- Cutting-edge technology, including BIM and modern collaborative tools.
- The “Finding Balance” program, which promotes overall well-being, mental health, and sustainable productivity.
Hourly salary range: $40 – $55 per hour, with final compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, scope of the role, and geographic location.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
AI usage: BPA may use digital tools to support note-taking during interviews. These tools do not influence screening or hiring decisions.
Additional details regarding compensation and our overall rewards approach will be shared throughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to the principles of employment equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility across all our offices in Canada.We comply with applicable accessibility legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and will provide accommodations upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.Thank you for your interest in joining our team.
Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team.
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