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.

Education

• BS or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or an Architectural Engineering Degree with an emphasis in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years related experience in Consulting Engineering
• Certifications/Registrations
• PE, registered in South Carolina

Machine/Equipment/Computer Requirements

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Knowledge of Business Operation Systems
• AutoCAD (most recent edition)
• Revit (most recent edition)
• HVAC Load Analysis Program (HAP or TRACE)

Note - healthcare / hospital experience highly preferred.