Mechanical Project Engineer

About This Role

Working with senior engineering staff from initial conceptual design to construction and commissioning, the Mechanical Project Engineer will work on large and small facilities projects. This role suits a degreed mechanical engineer who desires to work in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment within a growing organization, resolving a variety of complex problems while benefiting from an ISO 9001 certified quality management system.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and assessments to determine best practice mechanical design solutions for specific applications
• Conduct field investigations, HVAC load studies, energy modeling, code reviews
• Produce mechanical design documents (drawings and specifications) for bidding and construction
• Oversee the design and drafting tasks of junior engineering staff, and perform quality control review of design documents
• Coordinate project designs with client specifications and local, city, state code requirements, including interaction with code officials and permitting offices
• Navigate a variety of complex issues in both preparing mechanical designs and assisting the Owner/Architect/Contractor with construction issues in the field
• Serve as project manager on small to medium size projects having a significant mechanical design component
• Proactive problem solving, self initiative/motivating, ownership of responsibility, individual as first line of success/quality
• Perform other related technical and administrative duties as needed, including supporting marketing and recruiting functions (e.g. task proposal development, client interview support, career fair attendance, etc.)

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills are necessary
• Desire to participate and grow in a role that involves both design and project management activities
• Willingness to embrace a broad range of project types and learn new requirements for a variety of mechanical systems
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment across multiple disciplines, with internal team members and external consultants
• Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, and building load simulation programs
• Understanding and application of building, energy, and mechanical/plumbing codes
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET Accredited University program is required
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• 6 Years, or more, of professional experience
• Previous experience designing and specifying HVAC and plumbing systems of various sizes and complexities is necessary; experience with specifying other mechanical systems such as industrial systems and/or fire protection is a plus