Job Description
Job Title: Intermediate Mechanical Engineer
Department: Commercial M & E
Job Location: Winnipeg
Req Id: 606
Posting Start Date: 7/17/26
Job Description:
About Us
We are an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America and beyond. Our team of engineers, scientists, technologists and support staff is dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management.
We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our people first. From professional development opportunities to an open, flexible and collaborative work environment, a career at KGS is like no other.
Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. We believe we set our own boundaries by what we’re willing to attempt and strive to push the limit on what’s possible. That’s the KGS way.
The Role
We are looking for an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join our commercial Mechanical and Electrical department in our Winnipeg office. In this role you will provide technical support within the group while progressively developing project management capabilities. The successful candidate will expand their technical expertise and professional skills under the mentorship of Senior Engineers. This role offers a collaborative and professional work environment, with opportunities to engage directly with clients and contribute to successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Support the management of multiple commercial mechanical projects from proposal through completion, including budget development, schedule coordination, and client relationship management
Provide construction administration services, including facilitating meetings, reviewing shop drawings and progress claims, liaising with contractors and owners, conducting site inspections, and supporting substantial completion activities
Design modifications to existing mechanical systems and develop new mechanical systems for commercial and institutional construction projects
Prepare, review, and contribute to technical specifications, reports, and related project documentation
Prepare and review engineering drawings in accordance with project requirements and applicable standards
Conduct mechanical engineering analysis and design for projects across a range of sectors and industries
Collaborate with internal disciplines and project management teams to support successful delivery within established schedules and budgets
Work directly with client groups, including architects, owners, and contractors
Support the pursuit of new business opportunities with both new and existing clients
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff, as appropriate
About You
The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of technical qualifications, relevant experience, and professional skills. Key qualifications and experience include:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university
Five to ten years of mechanical engineering experience, with demonstrated technical capabilities in data analysis, code and regulatory reviews, design calculations, and technical report writing, as well as project management skills related to progress reporting, budget tracking, and schedule management
Registered, or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Manitoba (APEGM) or Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS). Consideration will be given to applicants registered as Licensee Members (Eng.L); applicants must provide a copy of their Scope of Professional Practice with their application. Registration in other Canadian provinces would be considered an asset
Previous consulting experience is preferred
Demonstrated experience in site investigations, condition assessments, design, and construction support is preferred
Demonstrated mechanical design experience with HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for renovation and greenfield projects
Experience with various project delivery models, including design-bid-build, construction management, and design-build
Construction administration experience, including preparing addenda, proposed change notices, site instructions, and related documentation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to adapt to and successfully support a variety of projects for clients across multiple industries
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Experience working with architects
Experience contributing to multi-disciplinary projects
Willingness and ability to travel to project sites as required based on project and client needs
Valid driver’s license
Willingness and ability to undergo security clearance checks, as required
KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent total compensation and benefits package for employees.
KGS Group is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities and are committed to providing accommodations, upon request, to ensure full participation in every stage of the recruitment and selection process.
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