Mechanical Design Technologist

Department: Campus Planning Design and Development

Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120

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General Purpose

Under the supervision of the Manager, Mechanical Design, the incumbent is responsible for the design of solutions for work orders under $10k and for larger projects typically up to $1 Million from client communication, site review/ assessment through all phases of the project including contract administration, coordination, and commissioning.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate the current conditions of project sites
• Identify hazardous materials and practices
• Interview client, end users, and stakeholders to establish scope and restrictions
• Investigate construction materials, new technologies, product types and applicable companies to implement solutions
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to the University community
• Provide critical support and direction to Maintenance and Energy Services
• Perform condition audits and make recommendations related to various building systems and equipment
• Prepare project implementation estimates inclusive of all hard and soft costs
• Stay current and provide best estimates with changing trends in construction/create energy models for better decision making and design selection
• Establish detailed quantity take-offs, unit pricing, labour needs, contingency implementation methods, and schedule restrictions
• Communicate to client estimate details and educate as required on Class based on phase of design)
• Monitor and update budgets as projects progress
• Prepare and monitor schedule for project activities
• Work with client group and stakeholders to identify project and construction schedule and progress
• Implement schedule and communicate any deviations to schedule to Identify risks associated with schedule and budget
• Apply corrective measures for deviations as required
• Conduct procurement process including production of all applicable documentation, lead contractor site reviews, issue addendums, evaluation of submissions, and recommend contract award.
• Review and approve contractor submittals including shop drawings, site mock-ups, and construction schedule.
• Conduct site visits on a regular basis to confirm progress is in general conformance with project drawings and specifications.
• Respond to Requests for Information as required over the course of the project.
• Perform site coordination and contract administration.
• Assist and liaise with construction coordinators, project managers and project stakeholders.
• Attend site meetings, review site work, prepare change orders and make any required changes to construction documents.
• Participate in health and safety start-up and lead commissioning activities to ensure optimum system safety and performance.
• Create deficiency lists and work with project team to ensure work is completed to quality expected.
• Troubleshoot deficiencies during the commissioning and start up processes.
• Communicate progress to clients and stakeholders.
• Assist technologists of other disciplines as required.
• Assist with document management, product library, maintaining, and disseminating industry standard and code information.
• Stay current on construction materials, equipment and methods, advise on standards and any revisions to keep pace with state-of-the-art technologies.
• Assist in forecasting remedial work for capital budgeting.
• Updating University Design Standards regularly.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a three (3)-year Community College Diploma in a related discipline
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant job experience
• C.E.T. certification is required
• Mechanical technical expertise
• Superior communication, tact and judgment skills
• Exceptional creativity and problem-solving skills
• Strong time management skills and the ability to effectively prioritize tasks when working on multiple complex projects at once
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Bluebeam
• Familiarity with construction materials and mechanical equipment
• Sound knowledge of applicable codes and standards including but not limited to ASHRAE, OBC, Ontario Fire Code, TSSA, CSA, OSHA and AODA

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE EDGE?

• Mechanical design experience in an institutional setting with exposure to a wide range of building functions including: laboratory, classroom, hospital, central plant, residence and administration

Employee Type: Regular 
Position Number: 10806011 
Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 6  
USW Local 4120 Wage Grid

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 05/01/2026  
Closing Date: 05/08/2026