Mechanical Engineer III (Plumbing)
London, ON, Canada
Full Time
Experienced
Mechanical Engineer III (Plumbing)
Location: London or Kitchener, Ontario
Position Type: Full-Time, In-Office
Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000
Position: NEW Position
Under the supervision of the Plumbing Team Lead, the Mechanical Engineer III (Plumbing) – Project Lead will lead and coordinate plumbing design and project delivery activities within the multi-unit residential project sector. The position will be responsible for developing and reviewing plumbing designs, engineering calculations, drawings, and construction documents for permit, tender, and construction.
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of projects, lead design delivery, and bring technical expertise to complex challenges. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors, you’ll drive projects from design through construction, oversee schedules, budgets, and quality, and provide technical guidance and mentorship to others.
Company Summary:
Join the dynamic team at SBM, a leading multi-disciplinary engineering firm renowned for its innovative and collaborative approach to building solutions. With a vibrant culture that fosters personal growth and forward-thinking, we're on the lookout for passionate professionals to expand our team.
At SBM, our core values of drive, humility, and balance shape everything we do. We believe in ambitious goals, learning from one another while maintaining a healthy work-life harmony.
Located in London and Kitchener, SBM serves a diverse range of private and public sector clients across Southwestern Ontario. We offer a wide range of services including Geomatics, Planning, and Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering. Our team of over 130 dedicated experts—including engineers, trainees, technologists, planners, and support staff—thrives in an energetic environment where creativity and collaboration are at the forefront.
If you're eager to grow and make an impact, SBM is the place for you!
What We Offer:
This is a full-time, in-office position. At SBM, we prioritize a positive work culture, believing that strong relationships with our employees lead to exceptional customer service and outstanding results for our clients.
Enjoy a balanced 40-hour workweek of 8am-5pm Monday-Thursday and an early finish at 2:30pm on Fridays. Join us in an environment where collaboration, support, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Employees Also Enjoy:
All qualified applicants should apply through our online application system.
References are to be made available upon our request.
SBM is an equal opportunity employer. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with relevant governing laws. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Throughout the selection process, accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. If required, please notify SBM.
SBM utilizes a third-party recruitment software to source, screen, and track applicants that may be subject to AI use. Outside of this, SBM does not actively use AI to screen, select, or hire candidates.
Location: London or Kitchener, Ontario
Position Type: Full-Time, In-Office
Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000
Position: NEW Position
Under the supervision of the Plumbing Team Lead, the Mechanical Engineer III (Plumbing) – Project Lead will lead and coordinate plumbing design and project delivery activities within the multi-unit residential project sector. The position will be responsible for developing and reviewing plumbing designs, engineering calculations, drawings, and construction documents for permit, tender, and construction.
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of projects, lead design delivery, and bring technical expertise to complex challenges. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors, you’ll drive projects from design through construction, oversee schedules, budgets, and quality, and provide technical guidance and mentorship to others.
Company Summary:
Join the dynamic team at SBM, a leading multi-disciplinary engineering firm renowned for its innovative and collaborative approach to building solutions. With a vibrant culture that fosters personal growth and forward-thinking, we're on the lookout for passionate professionals to expand our team.
At SBM, our core values of drive, humility, and balance shape everything we do. We believe in ambitious goals, learning from one another while maintaining a healthy work-life harmony.
Located in London and Kitchener, SBM serves a diverse range of private and public sector clients across Southwestern Ontario. We offer a wide range of services including Geomatics, Planning, and Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering. Our team of over 130 dedicated experts—including engineers, trainees, technologists, planners, and support staff—thrives in an energetic environment where creativity and collaboration are at the forefront.
If you're eager to grow and make an impact, SBM is the place for you!
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering design of plumbing systems for multi-unit residential buildings, including calculations, drawings, and construction documents for permit, tender, and construction.
- Design and provide engineering oversight for domestic water, sanitary and storm drainage, natural gas, pumps, backflow prevention, and related plumbing systems.
- Establish design approaches and technical requirements, applying professional judgment and applicable codes and standards.
- Coordinate plumbing design with clients, architects, contractors, authorities having jurisdiction, and other disciplines.
- Review engineering and design work for technical accuracy, code compliance, coordination, and quality; provide direction and mentorship to team members.
- Coordinate discipline-specific scope, schedule, budget, resources, and deliverables; identify risks and scope changes and work with the MEP Project Lead on project adjustments.
- Support construction activities, including contractor submissions, RFIs, site reviews, change documents, general conformance reviews, and closeout.
- Contribute to plumbing design standards, quality-control practices, technical resources, and workflows.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Systems Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario.
- Typically 8 or more years of progressively responsible engineering experience, including plumbing system design for buildings.
- Experience developing and reviewing plumbing designs, engineering calculations, drawings, and construction documents; multi-unit residential experience considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, the Ontario Building Code, and applicable standards and construction practices.
- Demonstrated ability to lead design projects, coordinate project requirements, and make sound technical decisions.
- Experience reviewing technical work and providing guidance or mentorship to others.
- Strong client communication and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD or Revit experience is an asset.
- Valid Ontario driver’s licence and reliable transportation for occasional site visits.
What We Offer:
This is a full-time, in-office position. At SBM, we prioritize a positive work culture, believing that strong relationships with our employees lead to exceptional customer service and outstanding results for our clients.
Enjoy a balanced 40-hour workweek of 8am-5pm Monday-Thursday and an early finish at 2:30pm on Fridays. Join us in an environment where collaboration, support, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Employees Also Enjoy:
- Competitive Salary Based on Experience
- Performance Bonuses
- Annual Incremental Vacation Increases
- Health Benefits Plan
- RRSP Matching (4%) Program
- Paid Overtime
- Paid Sick Days
- Flex Time
- Professional Development Budget
- Engaging work environment
- Opportunity to build great relationships
- Career Growth and Development
- Regular Social and Team Buildings Events
- Passionate and enthusiastic team that encourages growth
All qualified applicants should apply through our online application system.
References are to be made available upon our request.
SBM is an equal opportunity employer. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with relevant governing laws. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Throughout the selection process, accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. If required, please notify SBM.
SBM utilizes a third-party recruitment software to source, screen, and track applicants that may be subject to AI use. Outside of this, SBM does not actively use AI to screen, select, or hire candidates.
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