Senior Mechanical Designer

We're looking for a Senior Mechanical Designer to join our Barrie team!

You'll take ownership of mechanical design across a variety of projects, leading your own scope with limited supervision and working closely with engineers, project leads and clients from early design through permit and construction.

This posting is for upcoming opportunities that may arise as our team continues to grow!

What you’ll do

• Work with Engineers, Project and Technical Leads, other designers, and clients to produce detailed design documents, and support projects through all phases - including permit and construction (RFIs and site questions).
• Act as Project and/or Technical Lead role as assigned by the Discipline Director.
• Manage your assigned scope with limited supervision, tracking your deliverables and meeting deadlines.
• Set up drawings in AutoCAD and/or Revit to Gerrits’ CAD standards, and create drawings, specifications, schematics, system layouts, and other technical documents.
• Perform calculations and complete equipment sizing and selection in coordination with the Lead Engineer.
• Evaluate design approaches and recommend the most effective option - how one system decision affects others (e.g., energy use, controls, and spatial constraints) and to constructability before issues reach site.
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Gerrits’ design standards and applicable codes, and flag risks, missing information, or inconsistencies before issuance.
• Communicate design intent clearly to engineers, project managers, and clients.
• Visit sites independently or with team members to document observations, compliance, and deficiencies, meet with clients or their representatives, and prepare field reports.

What you bring

• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• 6+ years of experience in a Designer role.
• Advanced Revit skills, plus AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and hydronic systems, and of the Ontario Building Code and related industry standards.
• Experience in electrical design is considered an asset.
• Strong time management and organizational skills - you set and meet deadlines across multiple projects.
• Clear written and verbal communication, and the critical thinking to spot issues and suggest solutions.
• Leadership skills that reflect our Core Values, including motivating yourself and others and collaborating as a team.
• Comfortable spending most of your day on design work at a computer, with travel for site visits.

What we offer:

• Work alongside Professional Engineers, Engineering Interns, Designers, Drafters, and more.
• A 37.5-hour work week.
• Hybrid work environment.
• A salary that reflects your experience and qualifications (see Compensation below).
• A comprehensive Total Rewards package, including Canada Life benefits, a MyHSA spending account, and an optional GRSP/DPSP program.
• Opportunities to get involved in charitable initiatives throughout the year.
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth.

Founded in 2006, Gerrits is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm built on a team that genuinely enjoys working together. Everything we do is guided by our Mission, Vision, and Core Values – Genuine, Engaged, Leadership – and our relaxed, supportive office environment gives everyone room to thrive, both personally and professionally.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $80,000-100,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

Vacancy Status

This posting is for prospective opportunities that we are reviewing resumes for at Gerrits Engineering Limited.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

Gerrits Engineering Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our workplace and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We’re committed to keeping our selection process inclusive and accessible - if you require accommodation at any stage, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Use of AI in Hiring

Gerrits Engineering Limited may use artificial intelligence to help screen applicants during the hiring process. All applications are reviewed by Human Resources.

Candidate Follow-Up

Every candidate interviewed for this position will hear back on the outcome of our hiring process within 45 days of their final interview.