Mechanical Engineer Facilities Design & Construction Assurance

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.

In Engineering & Asset Management, we play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective service of our transit system as the Metrolinx engineering technical authority and owner of more than $20 billion in assets and growing to $60 billion by 2030.

Our Facilities, Architecture and Engineering Office is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to provide in-house mechanical engineering project scope, concept and preliminary design services, mechanical design review assistance on all projects in the Engineering Office, and to coordinate the design and construction of assigned physical infrastructure mechanical projects, in a safe, timely, consistent and cost-effective manner.

What will I be doing?

• Preparing in-house building and related facility mechanical engineering concept plans, preparatory to consultant assignments, for assigned Engineering Office projects, including feasibility and budget studies to define project scope.
• Reviewing consultant designs in terms of mechanical and overall design compatibility and consistency, for all Engineering Office projects, including tenant projects.
• Managing assigned mechanical engineering projects and providing information to the assigned Project Manager through all stages of design and construction
• Identifying, developing and recommending physical infrastructure programs with respect to rehabilitation and expansion of all GO Transit mechanical facilities.
• Researching, developing and recommending GO Transit engineering mechanical and maintenance standards and procedures and technical training requirements for new technology as a result of capital works.
• Provides in-house mechanical engineering concept and preliminary design services and design review of all Engineering Office projects to ensure the integration of mechanical design with structural, architectural, electrical, communications, and all other relevant design aspects.
• Plans, manages, and oversees the work of mechanical engineering consultants, to ensure compliance with GO Transit’s Engineering Standards, Building Code and Site Plan Control Requirements and internal user group requirements through all project stages, such as project studies, design proposals, design reports, sustainable development reports, accessibility reports, contract documents and drawings and construction administration.
• Visits and inspects GO Transit facilities with user groups and identifying required mechanical rehabilitation and expansion work based on life expectancy and/or current customer demand.
• Coordinates the proposed mechanical engineering projects with external agencies including the Railways to ensure compliance with legislation, codes and the requirements of governing/regulatory authorities, including the incorporation of external agency work within GO Engineering Projects.
• Reviews tender document specifications for construction and consultant contracts, assists Procurement and Contract Services during the tendering by providing direction to Contractors and Consultants on questions arising during tendering.
• Ensures proper acceptance and commissioning of completed projects for hand over to the user groups.
• Defines, researches, develops and recommends GO Transit Engineering Mechanical Standards and procedures for improved physical infrastructure.
• Designs and coordinates in-house mechanical projects and emergent rehabilitation/repair work for other user groups and coordinates tenant and landlord mechanical work as defined in the Tenant Manuals.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• A Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience providing a thorough knowledge of the theories and practices of mechanical engineering.
• Must successfully complete environmental, safety and any other training required by corporate policy. Ability to obtain job related certifications as required.
• Minimum Five (5) years’ experience related to the planning, design and construction of site and building mechanical systems, interpreting and applying contract plans and specifications and co-ordinating contracted mechanical engineering projects. Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles and practices of mechanical engineering as pertains to sites and buildings, particularly HVAC, boilers, plumbing, storm drainage systems, sprinkler/fire suppression systems, elevators, fuel storage, oil traps, snow-melting systems, noise/vibration, heat reclamation, energy conservation, remote monitoring/controls, etc. Detailed knowledge of project management including cost control, scheduling, scheduling, codes, standards, specifications, corporate policies and procedures and applicable contract legislation. Thorough understanding of Railway Rules and Regulations and Safety and Operating procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently, strong interpersonal and negotiating skills and analytical ability are a must. Proficiency in the use of project management software and computer applications is essential.
• Researches, defines and recommends new design standards or procedures to conform with up-to-date materials and methods of construction, manufacturing techniques, workplace ergonomics and revised regulatory requirements such as sustainable development, energy conservation and workplace hazardous materials storage/disposal.
• “G” Drivers license with a good driving record is required. You will be required to provide a Driver’s Abstract if successful.

Working Conditions:

Regular site visits and contractor shop visits are required during working hours and occasional visits during evenings, weekends and/or holidays. Site visits may involve climbing ladders and scaffolding and exposure to inclement weather.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email [email protected].

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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