mechanical engineer
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Mechanical Engineer, Technical Review Team Apply UBC Vancouver Campus - Vancouver, BC, CanadaFull timePosted 4 Days AgoJR25287Staff - Non Union Job CategoryM&P - AAPS Job Pro?leAAPS Salaried - Facilities Management, Level G Job TitleMechanical Engineer, Technical Review Team DepartmentAsset Replacement & Improvements | Facilities Compensation Range$10,155.00 - $15,842.17 CAD MonthlyThe Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, quali?cations and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job. Posting End DateJuly 30, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.Job End DateOngoing At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff, and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.Job SummaryThe 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 Of?ce. 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 identi?es, 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, identi?cation of risks and constraints, and preparation of preliminary recommendations for potential projects. Prepares marked-up drawings, sketches, and supporting documentation that de?nes scope, system con?guration, 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 r