Mechanical Designer/Engineer – Project Lead

The HIDI Group

. Manage small-sized projects and day-to-day activities within the project group .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management capabilities, including planning, organizing, and directing team activities while ensuring compliance with design standards and safety regulations. Possesses effective communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate with clients and team members.

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Project Management OperationsStrong Design SkillsEngineering Degree or Technical DiplomaMicrosoft Office ProficiencyAutoCAD Experience

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementDesign SpecificationsCost EstimationTechnical BackgroundProblem-SolvingAnalytical AbilityBudgetingProductivity ImprovementsTechnical Work ReviewCompliance with Design Standards

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingCollaboration SkillsEffective CommunicationSelf-MotivatedTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeBlueBeamAutoCADEngineering Software

Industry Keywords

Safety LegislationEnvironmental RegulationsBusiness PrinciplesProject AdministrationChange Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage small-sized projects and day-to-day activities within the project group
Manage technical, scheduling and project management issues
Develop ongoing relationships with clients, building operators, contractors and Design Team members
Create proposals and fee letters as requested by the Principal
Keep the Group Lead apprised of activities
Participate in training courses and professional development
Schedule workload and maximize productive time
Attend and participate in weekly Mechanical meetings when requested
Ensure compliance with company procedures and design standards
Keep projects on track and on schedule
Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate team activities
Consult and negotiate with clients regarding specifications and proposals
Present engineering reports and findings on small projects
Assign, coordinate and review technical work of project teams
Participate in design, development and inspection of technical projects
Plan and manage projects and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications
Supervise technicians, technologists and engineers
Review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates

Requirements

What you’ll need

Engineering Degree or Technical Diploma required
At least 3-5 years of experience
Strong design skills with meticulous attention to detail
Proven technical background
Effective skills in project management operations, budgeting, business process and productivity improvements
Problem-solving and analytical ability
Self-motivated, operates independently
Aptitude and experience in adapting to and managing change
Familiarity with business principles and systems for administration and management of projects and resources
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
Good presentation skills and effective written and spoken communication skills
Sound approach to teamwork
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, BlueBeam, AutoCAD and other engineering software
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant safety and environmental legislation and regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Robust benefit package
Discounts on gym memberships
Group RSP programs
Wellness programs
Competitive salaries
Bonus packages
Professional development opportunities
Career advancement opportunities
Employee-owned organization