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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Onsite
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Job End Date
Ongoing
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Job Summary
The Mechanical Engineer (ME) is an engineering role within UBC Facilities, Technical Review Team, and reports directly to the Senior Mechanical Engineer.
The ME oversees the conceptualization, design, and implementation of mechanical systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection) for all projects at UBC as implemented by UBC Properties Trust, UBC Project Service, and the Construction Office. In conjunction with the Senior Mechanical Engineer, the ME is the mechanical system owner’s rep for these projects and is responsible for providing review and consultation on all major mechanical design and construction decisions. The ME participates in the working group which is tasked with maintaining the mechanical sections of the UBC Technical Guidelines; solicits inputs from other parties and is a key player who identifies, develops and implements changes to the mechanical technical guidelines.
The ME also undertakes mechanical feasibility and conceptual studies for proposed projects, including assessment of existing conditions, development of conceptual system options, identification of risks and constraints, and preparation of preliminary recommendations for potential projects. Prepares marked-up drawings, sketches, and supporting documentation that defines scope, system configuration, and installation intent to provide clear direction to contractors for pricing and execution.
The ME is one of UBC’s in-house technical experts as it pertains to design and construction of building mechanical systems and is required to be familiar with modern design practices and pertinent codes and standards. This includes standards related to regulated equipment such as cross-connection standards and boiler, refrigeration, and pressure vessel standards. This position must maintain a high degree of knowledge of existing, new, and emergent technologies relating to building mechanical and control systems to ensure the department is technically supported to provide the high degree of mechanical reliability that the university expects. The incumbent is expected to stay abreast of updates and changes to all applicable Acts, Regulations, and Codes and to maintain regulatory compliance and to support UBC in interpreting these items as needed, including reviewing their applicability and interpretation with relevant regulatory bodies as needed.
The unique and cutting-edge environment at UBC means that the ME’s expertise extends beyond traditional HVAC systems of the commercial sector. The role also provides expertise to researchers and other UBC stakeholders as it relates to meeting their needs for items such as precise environmental control, process cooling, clean rooms, fume hood exhaust systems, or ultra-pure water systems. The ME also actively contributes mechanical expertise to the Campus as a Living Lab strategy and UBC’s Climate Action Plan for campus decarbonization.
Organizational Status
Reports to the Senior Mechanical Engineer, Technical Review Team, Asset Replacement & Improvements.
Work Performed
This role provides strategic direction to UBC’s project delivery groups (Project Services, UBC Properties Trust, Construction Office) with professional engineering services aimed at reducing risk, increasing compliance with applicable codes and regulations (including the UBC Technical Guidelines), increasing reliability and minimizing maintenance costs/effort. This is achieved by:
The role ensures that new projects are transitioned to UBC Operations, including:
The role ensures that UBC’s Technical Guidelines are relevant and up-to-date; and
The role provides mechanical feasibility & conceptual design services for Construction Office and special projects. It will be expected to stamp and seal drawings and reports as required, in addition to:
May be asked to support technical managers in other departments within Facilities to help them troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical system issues, help develop scope for deferred maintenance projects, and provide mechanical engineering advice for special projects.
Performs other duties as required.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Deals with extensive data and provides professional mechanical engineering services to every department within Facilities.
Close attention is required to prevent failures and to identify and correct problems that could result in both a serious financial and/or service loss to the University.
The Mechanical Engineer is expected to keep current with respect to building systems and related equipment design, scheduling concepts, project management techniques, engineering principles, and government regulations and codes pertaining to facilities and infrastructure engineering and operations management. Errors of judgement could cause serious physical risks to people on campus and/or result in substantial financial risk to the university.
Supervision Received
Works within general policy guidelines to achieve overall objectives. Work is reviewed in terms of overall results on projects and objectives.
References other managers in problem situations that cannot be resolved within established procedures
Supervision Given
May supervise professional staff including architects, engineers (including EITs), Co-op students, and administrators.
Minimum Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Eligibility for membership in a professional Institute or Association. Minimum of eight years of related architectural and planning experience including experience with major construction or renovation projects, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Progressive professional engineering experience and responsibility within the construction sector, preferably with design and hands-on experience with institutional buildings.
Superior organizational skills with ability to analyze, develop, and interpret data. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to effectively relate information to a diverse group of staff, workers and colleagues.
Ability to utilize personal and remote computers, including knowledge of enterprise maintenance management systems as a management tool. Literacy with AutoCAD systems for engineering and database management tools, as well as computer simulation techniques, is an asset. Experience working within a unionized environment is preferred.