Lead Engineer – Mechanical

Qualus

. Serve as the Mechanical Discipline Lead and Professional of Record for substation projects .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeVancouver • CanadaSenior💰 CA$110,000 - CA$145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical design and project leadership for substation projects, including preparation and review of design documents, compliance with regulatory standards, and effective communication with clients and contractors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering DegreeCanadian Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng.)5–10 Years Mechanical Engineering ExperienceRegulatory Codes and Standards KnowledgeProject Management and Coordination

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Design DrawingsHVAC DesignPlumbing SchematicsFire Protection ControlsDesign CalculationsDiesel Genset SizingField Review DocumentationConstruction and CommissioningVendor Document ReviewTesting and Acceptance Procedures

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationMentoringRelationship ManagementCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

P.Eng. Registration with EGBC

Industry Keywords

Substation ProjectsNBC-AB EditionNECBASHRAENFPAAPISMACNA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Mechanical Discipline Lead and Professional of Record for substation projects
Prepare and review mechanical design drawings, including site layouts, building floor plans and sections, plumbing schematics, HVAC and fire protection controls diagrams, diesel generator building drawings, facility plans, and equipment mounting details
Prepare and review design basis documents, standards, equipment specifications, design calculations, diesel genset sizing, fire separation designs, testing and acceptance procedures, and field review documentation
Review vendor documents against specifications
Lead projects from conception through construction and commissioning
Mentor junior engineers and designers
Coordinate resource planning, scope, schedule, and budget for the project discipline team
Coordinate construction and commissioning activities with utility clients and subcontractors
Respond to construction-site requests and complete project documentation, including as-builts, calculations, and client data
Travel to site and liaise with internal groups, external contractors, and clients
Maintain relationships with internal groups, contractors, and clients
Integrate current safe practices and methods into designs
Collaborate with Civil, Structural, Architectural, Electrical, and other engineering disciplines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university
Canadian Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng.) or the ability to register as a Professional Engineer with EGBC
5–10 years of mechanical engineering experience
Strong understanding of regulatory codes and standards, including NBC-AB Edition, NECB, ASHRAE, NFPA, API, and SMACNA
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Authorization to lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
Retirement Savings Plans, including employer matching where applicable
Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Company Holidays