Mechanical Engineer

OTT Properties & Development Group, a member company of OTT Financial Group, is a fast-growing developer converting OTT's vast land reserves in Ontario into commercial, residential, and industrial properties.

OTT Financial Group is the parent organization of a group of financial services and investment companies. We leverage innovative fintech innovations to bring excellent financial advice and best-in-class wealth management to our customers and business partners. Empowering 10,000+ merchants and hundreds of thousands of individual clients across Canada, we are the home to a wealth of expertise in forex and securities trading, mobile and cross-border payment, and investment fund management.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineerto support our business growth in Toronto. The Mechanical Engineer will have extensive experience in plumbing, fire suppression and HVAC design for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. They will also be responsible for preparing heat loss cooling loads (HAP), developing the mechanical designs, be familiar with hot water/chilled water systems, VAV systems, VVT systems, plumbing design, and specification development. This is a full-time, permanent position based in our Leslie St Head Office.

What's in it for you:

• Salary Range: $80-136K (based on experience)
• Extended Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Performance Bonus
• Vacation Leave, Parental Leave and Family Medical Leave
• Centrally located modern and spacious offices close to Eglinton and Leslie
• Free use of onsite Gym and Sports Facilities, and regular Company Social Events
• Learning and Professional Development Support
• A chance to work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and high performing team.
• Community involvement through the annual Terry Fox Run
• Tremendous opportunities for Growth and Development

How you will contribute:

• Provide cost effective and energy efficient design of HVAC, plumbing and drainage and fire protection systems for the residential, industrial, and commercial project.
• Create concepts and develop detailed designs, and construction documents.
• Perform HVAC system design entailing heat loss calculations, duct design, and equipment selection accompanied by an accurate adherence to ASHRAE guidelines.
• Boiler, chiller, heat pump and cooling tower design in their entirety.
• Design of Plumbing systems including sizing and routing of domestic water systems, sanitary drainage piping and vent piping and includes the selection of plumbing fixtures/equipment.
• Design of fire protection systems including sprinkler head placement, sprinkler head relocation (renovation), fire hose cabinet locations, conceptual system design, etc.
• Liaise with the consultants, contractors, and vendors to obtain project information and to discuss specific design related problems.

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Commercial & Multi-Residential Mechanical Systems Design including HVAC, Plumbing and Sanitary, Storm, Fire Protection & Sprinkler Systems, with a real estate developer or engineering consultancy company
• Strong preference for those with experience in new built, preservation, A &A, and infrastructure projects
• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant discipline such as Building Systems
• Must have P.ENG designation.
• Ability to work and apply technical resources with minimal supervision.
• LEED Accreditation and PMP certification will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Canadian/American Engineering standards
• Strong working knowledge of Ontario building codes and CSA, ASHRAE, and NFPA standards
• Comprehensive knowledge of current engineering principles and practices, complemented with a strong knowledge of project management concepts and practices.
• Superior computer skills including MS Office, AutoCAD, REVIT, and other design tools.
• Experience in developing and coordinating 3D construction models.
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills with experience communicating with all levels of the company.
• Must be a team player and able to communicate ideas and recommendations to non-engineer team members in a clear manner.
• Excellent time management and project management skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple projects within a challenging environment.

This is not a hybrid or remote position. The successful candidate will be working at our Leslie Street Head Office, Mon to Fri 900am to 530pm.

Visit our careers' page and apply now.

OTT Financial Group is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where all employees feel valued and respected, and where every employee can realize their potential. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation, if required, and will work with you to meet your needs. We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.