Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineer

Essential Job Functions
Perform all aspects of mechanical engineering as it relates to individually assigned projects. Mechanical System designs to include:
• HVAC – Split system/Package Heat Pumps, Chilled Water/Hot Water Hydronics, Stem/Condensate, Constant volume and variable volume air distribution systems.
• Plumbing – Medical gas systems, Hot and cold water/waste and vent systems, Compressed air systems.
• Fire Protection – Performance drawings and specification for wet pipe and dry pipe systems.
Perform appropriate fieldwork to determine a design direction which may include making educated decisions on system upgrades.
Capable of working independently to design multiple systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection) of highly complex projects.
Understands and implements cross-discipline coordination.
Plan & design mechanical systems for complex projects of various types including; institutional facilities, commercial buildings, medical complexes, educational facilities, laboratories, and government facilities including Construction Administration.
Performs self QC on work and plans for/seeks appropriate peer review of work.
Requires limited mentoring on complex system designs.
Works independently in a team environment to complete project from start to finish with little to no input from Supervisor.
Meets with Clients and other engineers to review and coordinate disciplines.
Provides bidding phase services (attending and directing pre-bid and pre-construction meetings).
Seeing the mechanical construction of a project through completion and evaluating conformance with project construction documents.
Consult with clients to determine the scope of services required for a project which may include; conducting field surveys and meeting with clients, analysis and selection of systems, evaluating project budgets, completing design documents and technical specifications.
Responsible for understanding and embodying DWG’s Culture Statement.
Perform individual aspects of mechanical engineering as it relates to assigned projects.
Mechanical System designs to include:
• HVAC – Split system/Package Heat Pumps, Chilled Water/Hot Water Hydronics, Steam/Condensate, Constant volume and variable volume air distribution systems.
• Plumbing – Medical gas systems, Hot and cold water/waste and vent systems, Compressed air systems.
• Fire Protection – Performance drawings and specification for wet pipe and dry pipe systems.
Prepare bid plans using AutoCAD and/or Revit and specifications using Word.
• Process correspondence efficiently, accurately and confidentially.
• Establish good rapport and build relationships with peers and clients by responding to requests and communicating information in a timely manner.
• Remain updated on current professional practices and maintain a high awareness of new products and procedures in industry by monitoring trade publications and actively participates in professional associations.
• Actively attends in-house training sessions to enhance knowledge in necessary technical areas.
• Must travel at times to meet with clients or go to project sites.

Supervisory Responsibilities
• Assists in coaching/mentoring Junior Engineers and Mechanical Consultants as needed.

Education/Experience
• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or an Architectural Engineering Degree with an emphasis in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years related experience in Consulting Engineering

Certifications/Registrations
• Passing Fundamentals of Engineering Exam

Other Skills / Abilities
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent Customer service capabilities
• Ability to work more than 40 hours per week in order to meet project deadlines
• Ability to drive to project sites and perform customary site visits
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Able to work in the United States

Machine/Equipment/Computer Requirements
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• AutoCAD (most current version)
• Revit (most current version)
• HVAC Load Analysis Program (HAP or TRACE)

Working Conditions

• Occasionally working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours
• Occasionally travels to off-site locations

Physical Effort

• Frequently lifting objects 80 pounds and less
• Occasionally carrying objects 30 pounds and less

Mobility

• Frequently moving about on foot
• Occasionally standing for extended periods of time
• Frequently sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
• Frequently stooping and/or kneeling

Reaching, Handling, Finger Dexterity and/or Feeling

• Frequent finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s)
• Constantly handling by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands, but without finger dexterity
• Constantly reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Occasionally feeling to perceive an object’s size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of senses in your skin


NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.