Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer, I

Classification : Exempt

Reports to : Vice President and Federal Sector Lead 

Date : October 2024

Summary/Objective: Provide engineering consulting and project management services for a variety of Federal projects. Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and construction personnel. Provide engineering services for the full life cycle of projects, from conceptual planning to completed construction. Responsible for the total management of specific projects including personnel, quality, client expectations and profitability.

Essential Functions:

• Lead the mechanical design team for a variety of federal sector projects.
• Planning, design, & production of mechanical building systems using REVIT.
• Develop and manage design and construction documents including flow diagrams, plans and sections, details, specifications, equipment schedules, and calculations.
• Size and specify mechanical equipment including air handling units, chillers, cooling towers, compressors, etc.
• Undertake site surveys, field investigations, condition surveys and feasibility studies for proposed projects and prepare reports.
• Coordinate with other disciplines including site civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation, controls and architectural to create and update drawings and main documentation.
• Ensure that cost, customer service, quality, schedule, and safety are incorporated into the design from commencement through completion.
• Design of systems that meet federal building standards.
• Address questions and issues during construction.
• Proactively work on best practices, engineering guidelines and internal procedures.
• Maintain internal and external networks to be informed of new developments in the field.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Participate in weekly staff and scheduling meetings for allocation of staff resources.
• Lead internal mechanical engineering QCQA efforts.
• Prepare conceptual and schematic HVAC, plumbing and fire sprinkler design documents.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven engineering project management experience.
• Minimum of 8-10 years Mechanical Engineering Design (HVAC, plumbing and fire protection) experience with hospital and federal building contracts preferred.
• Licensed engineer in the State of Florida, but if not, must have a current NCEES record to be able to obtain a Florida license preferred. Must be in good standing and without past disciplinary actions.
• Experience working on Federal projects including VA medical centers and hospitals preferred.
• Working knowledge of Revit.
• Proficient in computer based HVAC load calculations. (Trane, Carrier HAP E-20, Elite, etc.)
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, Bluebeam, and Adobe PDF
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Strong ability to prioritize while utilizing time management skills in meeting deadlines.
• Strong work ethic with an affinity for rapid learning
• Great Customer Service
• Passionate about solving design challenges and producing high quality designs.

   

   

  Supervisory Responsibilities : none

  Physical Demands:
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most of the time is spent on a computer or in an office environment. There may be a need to stoop or move/lift light material or equipment (typically less than 10 lbs.). Travel is limited.
  

  Work Environment :
  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to work a flexible schedule is required and may require overtime, as needed.

  Employee Acknowledgment: I have reviewed this job description and I understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined. I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department without it being specifically included in the job description. If I have any questions about job duties not specified in this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources department.

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