Job DescriptionSeeking a Mechanical Engineer with a proven interest in building design and sound knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals. The incumbent should be able to work independently and fill the role of a project engineer.
Responsibilities:The main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
- Design mechanical systems including heating, cooling, heat rejection, air and water distribution, ventilation, air conditioning, building automation and controls.
- Perform system design calculations, load calculations and energy modeling.
- Select equipment for use in building systems.
- Incorporate sustainable design methods into buildings.
- Prepare mechanical Construction Documents detailing the designed systems.
- Report writing and specification preparation.
- Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines and architects.
- Attend meetings and communicate with clients to establish their needs and discuss design issues with them.
- Manage a project, work area or technical skill set, monitor quality of work, and act as a client liaison.
- Assist in the procurement of work; manage multi-disciplinary project teams including client relations and team motivation.
Qualifications:
- A baccalaureate degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited 4-year institution.
- Minimum of 10 years professional experience in designing HVAC systems for commercial/institutional building projects.
- Strong Revit capabilities.
- EIT or PE license required; LEED Accreditation desirable.
- Previous mechanical design experience with an AE and/or MEP engineering consulting firm.
- Strong fundamental understanding of ASHRAE and International Building Codes.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, and a demonstrated capability for analysis and strategic thinking.
- Strong initiative—the willingness and ability to succeed in a collaborative, team-based environment.
- Ability to multi-task with multiple projects in order to meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way, both verbally and in writing