Mechanical Technologist – HVAC & Plumbing

EXP
Fredericton, Canada

Who this role is best for

Best suited to experienced mechanical technologists working in building design and industrial environments, with a preference for hands-on technical roles requiring travel and collaboration across disciplines.

Best fit for

  • Experienced mechanical technologists with a focus on HVAC and plumbing design for building projects
    — “8+ years of experience in mechanical systems design for building projects”
  • Candidates who are comfortable with BIM workflows and multidisciplinary collaboration
    — “Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve design clashes and ensure seamless integration”
  • Professionals with a strong grasp of Canadian Building Codes and a willingness to travel for site work
    — “Flexibility to travel for site work”

Things to consider

  • Compensation is not fixed and depends on individual qualifications and location
    — “The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate”
  • The role may require frequent travel between Saint John, Moncton, and Fredericton
    — “Location: Saint John, Moncton, or Fredericton, NB”

How to stand out

  • Highlight energy modeling experience with eQuest or HAP in your resume and interview responses
    — “Perform energy modeling using software such as eQuest and / or HAP”
  • Emphasize your ability to independently manage complex design tasks and collaborate effectively
    — “Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team”
  • Showcase your expertise in Revit and BIM workflows through specific project examples
    — “Proficiency in Revit, Autodesk AutoCAD, and BIM workflows”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • designing HVAC and plumbing systems
  • performing energy modeling
  • preparing cost estimates
Typical background
mechanical engineering technologybuilding codes

Skills & requirements

Required

HVAC And Plumbing System DesignEnergy ModelingBIM WorkflowsControls SystemsCommissioning Of SystemsCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Preferred

Commissioning Of Systems

Stack & domain

HVACPlumbingEnergy ModelingEquestHAPOn-site Data CollectionLabor And Material Cost EstimatesRevitAutodesk AutocadBIM WorkflowsControls SystemsCommissioningBuilding CodesMechanical Engineering PracticesCommissioning Of SystemsTravel For Site WorkLeadershipProblem SolvingTechnical Standards SettingTechnical EvangelismTechnical EducationTechnical LeadershipBusiness DevelopmentTechnical ProposalsTechnical Roadmap Setting

About the role

Original posting from EXP

Position: Mechanical Technologist – HVAC & Plumbing

Location: Saint John, Moncton, or Fredericton, NB 

Department: Buildings & Industrial

 At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Mechanical Technologist

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Technologist to join our growing teams in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. This role focuses on HVAC and plumbing system design, energy modeling, and coordination for diverse building projects.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

Design and model HVAC and plumbing systems for construction packages, including plans, schematics, and details.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve design clashes and ensure seamless integration.

Perform energy modeling using software such as eQuest and / or HAP.

Conduct on-site data collection and reviews.

Prepare labour and material cost estimates.

Travel to project sites as required.

What your experience looks like

Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma from a recognized institution.

Registration as P.Tech or CET (or equivalent).

8+ years of experience in mechanical systems design for building projects.

Strong knowledge of Canadian Building Codes and mechanical engineering practices.

Proficiency in Revit, Autodesk AutoCAD, and BIM workflows.

Familiarity with controls systems (BMS, EMCS, BAS) is an asset.

Experience in commissioning of systems is an asset.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.

Flexibility to travel for site work.

  This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.

The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: hrsupport@exp.com.

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com.

Source: EXP careers

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