Mechanical Project Engineer - Industrial East

The Mechanical Project Engineer will provide technical and field coordination support for mechanical construction activities on a large, complex nuclear research facility. This is a site-based role supporting HVAC, plumbing, piping, and Building Management/Automation Systems throughout installation, inspection, testing, commissioning, and turnover. The role will work closely with the project team, subcontractors, consultants, and quality personnel to resolve technical issues and keep mechanical work progressing safely and in accordance with project requirements.

This role is site based and is located in Chalk River, Ontario.

• Coordinate mechanical construction activities, including HVAC, plumbing, piping, and BMS/BAS controls.
• Provide field engineering support and help resolve technical and constructability issues.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, shop drawings, and other technical documentation.
• Coordinate mechanical subcontractors and support multidisciplinary site activities.
• Monitor installation progress and confirm work meets project and quality requirements.
• Support inspections, testing, quality documentation, commissioning, and turnover.
• Identify potential issues and work with the project team to develop practical solutions.
• Maintain accurate project records and support progress reporting.

• Engineering degree, engineering technology diploma, or a related mechanical construction background.
• Approximately 5–7 years of experience in mechanical field engineering, project coordination, or construction.
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, piping, and BMS/BAS systems.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Industrial project experience is preferred, but strong hospital or complex commercial construction experience will also be considered.
• Experience supporting quality inspections, testing, commissioning, or turnover is an asset.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a site-based, multidisciplinary project environment.
• Ability to successfully complete the required security clearance and site-access requirements.

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