Mechanical HVAC Engineer
Cincinnati, OH (Hybrid)
Cedar Rapids, IA (Hybrid)
Downers Grove, IL (Hybrid)
Benefits: Standard Medical, Dental, 401(k)
Pay Range: $80 -$105 hourly
Summary: Our Mechanical Engineers design innovative and creative solutions for our client’s issues. Our Mechanical Engineers work with diligence, lead multiple projects, and are dedicated to paying attention to detail in order set us apart from competitors.
- Create overall basis of design and parameters to be followed for specific processes/project.
- Prepare engineering calculations, documents, and equipment specifications to meet scope of work while applying good judgement and engineering principles for HVAC, hydronic, and plumbing systems.
- Generate detailed equipment specifications, complete technical bid evaluations, and approve final equipment selections and drawing submittals.
- Establish and manage mechanical engineering schedule and budget objectives on assigned projects.
- Perform advanced HVAC calculations such as external static pressure, heat load calculations, and ventilation calculations for complicated systems.
- Create Air Flow Diagrams, Temperature Control Diagrams, P&ID and/or Utility Flow Diagrams, and Utility Summary.
- Assist in development of overall plant layouts indicating anticipated mechanical equipment and clearances required, ductwork layout, and pipe routings.
- Create sequence of operation/functional specification associated with controls required for mechanical equipment and coordination with Instrumentation for specifications when required.
- Develop capital cost estimates when required.
- Maintain, report, and communicate project status and progress to project manager.
- Provide clear direction to designers of project scope and expectations.
- Interface directly with clients, other design discipline counterparts, and project management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- 8+ years prior mechanical engineering experience required.
- Experience within consumer products or aviation is a plus.
- Experience performing Building Load Calculations, HVAC design, and selection of HVAC Equipment.
- Experience in Hydronic system design and equipment selection including steam, hot water, chilled water, tower water, heat ventilation, dusk collection and compressed air.
- Revit and/or Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) experience is preferred.
- Possess a thorough understanding of ASHRAE design standards.
- Knowledge in applicable codes and design standards, including NFPA, ASME, OSHA-PSM, Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection codes.
- Familiarity with USDA, FDA, and ISO regulations.
- Proficient written and oral communication, presentation, decision-making, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
- Ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects.
- Excellent client-facing communication skills.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.