Mechanical Engineer 3

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer focuses on the design and engineering of HVAC and mechanical utilities for new buildings, renovations/additions and processes. The individual possesses demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex tasks, establish priorities and direct the work of others. This position is responsible for overseeing the Mechanical discipline scope of work and managing the discipline budget on small to medium projects of intermediate complexity, and coordinating with internal and external architects and engineers, as well as clients, construction managers, subcontractors, vendors and manufacturers. Typical tasks and deliverables include load calculations, utility assessments, energy modeling, design reports, code evaluations, plans, P&IDs, schedules, installation details, equipment and system selection and specification, and coordination with manufacturers and trade partners. Tasks will include utilizing software for building information modeling, computer-aided drafting and engineering calculations.  Project work involves directing design activities for all levels of design such as studies, conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration.

Responsibilities 

• Designs mechanical systems of intermediate complexity in conformance with code requirements and in coordination with other design disciplines.
• Manages multiple complex tasks, establishes priorities and directs the work of others. The Engineer may work independently or at the direction of the Lead Engineer or Project Manager.  
• Works closely with other architects, engineers and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a coordinated, constructible and complete design.  
• Develops narratives, reports and construction drawing packages and writes construction specifications on projects of intermediate complexity and with little oversight. 
• Supports construction activities such as RFI responses, submittal reviews, punch list development and construction progress reports. 
• Plans and directs work and manages a project mechanical design budget on projects of intermediate complexity. 
• Supports proposal development under the supervision of a Lead or Senior Engineer. 
• Identifies design requirements, translates those requirements into scope, and documents the open issues, project decisions and actions required to consistently advance the design.
• Identifies basic non-compliant existing conditions during site walks and construction field surveys. 
• Develops basic internal mechanical design and engineering training presentations. 
• Utilizes various platforms to execute work, such as Microsoft Office products and available BIM software. 
• Attends professional development activities. 
• Leads quality check efforts for projects of intermediate complexity and drives overall project quality. 
• Provides mentorship to less experienced Mechanical Engineers and/or Designers. 
• Leads systems design programming and master planning on intermediate projects with support from Design Lead or Senior Engineer. 
• May work on one or more projects simultaneously as directed by a Supervisor.
• Acts as the Engineer-of-Record for small to medium projects when acting as Lead Mechanical Engineering Role

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (with a mechanical focus) 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience
• Professional Engineer registration in good standing
• Relevant AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) firm experience
• Intermediate experience with performing engineering calculations, and developing and implementing HVAC, mechanical utility and piping systems designs

Preferred Qualifications

• Life Sciences (Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Laboratory) or Food & Beverage industry experience
• Intermediate knowledge of GMP manufacturing environments
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Bluebeam Revu
• LEED, WELL or other sustainable design accredited professional or, experience with sustainable design
• Intermediate experience with using and applying mechanical/plumbing/fire/building codes
• Intermediate experience with using and applying industry standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, ISPE, FDA, ISO, NFPA, OSHA, etc.)
• Intermediate experience conducting and leading field surveys of existing conditions and support of field reporting
• Intermediate experience in plumbing design
• Basic experience using Revit plugins such as Enscape and Unifi
• Basic experience building parametric workflows using Dynamo, Grasshopper, and/or Rhino within Revit
• Proficient with intermediate internal and external cross-discipline project team coordination
• Proficient with intermediate coordination with construction trade partners, vendors and manufacturers
• Basic experience with troubleshooting issues with mechanical equipment and systems