About the role
Edge Consultants is currently seeking to hire a Senior Mechanical/HVAC Engineer with specialized expertise in sustainable design, energy efficiency, and building energy simulation to support the firm’s growing energy modeling division. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership within our team in Vancouver. They will be responsible for managing, and delivering simulation assignments, mentoring and developing energy modelling staff, and working with the leadership team to grow our consultancy.
The qualified candidate will have considerable background in energy-efficient building design and simulation, energy analysis studies, energy management, and incentive programs. Expert knowledge of HVAC and lighting systems, building control systems, building envelope design, energy conservation measures, greenhouse gas emissions, and building energy simulation programs are expected. Exceptional communication skills, the ability to provide excellent client service, and a commitment to sustainable design are essential for this position.
The applicant should be self-directed and passionate about sustainability. The ideal applicant will have the flexibility and capacity to work on a wide variety of projects and demonstrate a capability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary project teams. The individual will support a client-facing team and coordinate tasks to achieve project goals.
The position is a senior role based in Vancouver, British Columbia.
We would love to hear from you if you have:
- An engineering degree in a relevant field such as mechanical, HVAC or building services.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license through EGBC or eligible for registration as P.Eng.
- A minimum of two years of direct modeling experience using IES virtual environment software, with technical proficiency using APACHE HVAC to build complex HVAC networks and their associated control sequences.
- A minimum of four years of design experience, preferably in building HVAC design (including control sequences).
- Proven examples of projects which have been directly impacted and benefited from the use of energy modelling software.
- Experience performing engineering calculations to verify accuracy of modelled results.
- Experience interfacing with developers, general contractors, and consultants.
- Networking experience and an ability to develop leads for future work.
- Familiarity with the sustainable building rating tools such as LEED, WELL, Zero Carbon Building, City of Vancouver sustainable design requirements, etc.
- An understanding of local and regional energy codes, including but not limited to NECB, ASHRAE 90.1, BC Step Code, and VBBL.
- Familiarity with the LEED green rating system, particularly the energy modeling associated with the LEED EA energy modeling credits.
- Experience preparing energy modelling documentation and submittals.
- Experience developing and mentoring junior engineers and modellers.
- Experience reviewing and interpreting architectural, mechanical, and electrical design drawings.
In addition to the above experience, you should have:
- An excellent level of both written and spoken English.
- A personable character with an ability to foster good working relationships with clients.
- The ability to effectively communicate technical analysis, concepts and idea.
- Strong client-facing and time management skills.
- The ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- A proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel to create tools, manage workflows, and present data.
- An ability to use Microsoft Word, Lucid Chart, PowerPoint for report writing, presentation and illustrations.
- The skills to guide and assist project designers on solutions affecting building energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
- The ability to work closely with architects and mechanical and electrical engineers to assess the commercial viability of various energy strategies and systems.
- Skills to evaluate and analyze various building energy-saving measures by performing iterative modeling.
- Skills to develop training material and engineering tools for staff.
- An appreciation for the importance of documentation and quality management standards.
- A desire to improve internal processes and procedures to improve efficiency and quality.
- The skills to support RFP process, contract, invoicing, administration, and senior management.
About Us:
Edge Consultants is an engineering firm based in Vancouver, British Columbia, providing energy and sustainable design services for clients across Canada and the USA. We take great pride in our ability to deliver results, provide value to our clients and build strong relationships within the built industry.
We have delivered energy, carbon, and sustainability solutions to many of British Columbia’s iconic projects across the commercial, institutional, residential, hospitality, educational, and industrial sectors.
United by a passion for environmental sustainability, we endeavor to go beyond and develop innovative yet simple solutions. Irrespective of the scale of the project, we have developed a reputation to positively impact building design from the get-go and guide project teams to build a more sustainable built asset. We look at the bigger picture and are united in our goal to deliver high-quality, sustainable, and creative solutions to our clients.
Our company mantra is healthy, smart, sustainable. We believe there is no point constructing a building where the environment is not healthy for its occupants. We strive to deliver smart and simple design solutions to allow our clients to construct healthy and sustainable buildings.
Our team culture is to do what you love and have a fantastic time doing it. We’re a team of engaging, motivated, intelligent, and energized trouble-shooters who work hard, play hard, and are committed to impacting real change in the built industry. We’ve got a cast of characters that is hard not to like: modelers who like fast cars, techies that design rockets and play golf, and engineers who love biking and hiking.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.
We seek like-minded individuals who share our passion for impacting positive environmental change.
Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
Please apply for this position by sending an email to info@edgec.ca. Your email should include a resume and a brief cover letter. Please include any pertinent information relating to your availability in your email, such as timeline and location.