Mechanical / HVAC Engineer II – Industrial
Akron, OH (Hybrid)
Full Medical/Dental benefits, PTO & Paid Holidays, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement
$90K-$105K
Seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong focus on HVAC engineering and design. Will support projects building HVAC systems, process ventilation, clean rooms, hazardous (classified) location pressurization etc. Involves developing design drawings, equipment specifications, working closely with other engineering disciplines, interacting directly with clients and performing field design work.
Responsibilities:
- Develop HVAC system designs for industrial projects with focus on chemical plants
- Design process area ventilation and pressurization systems for hazardous locations to support safe handling and processing of chemicals.
- Perform heating and cooling load calculations. Select and size HVAC equipment.
- Evaluate existing building ventilation and recommend system improvements.
- Prepare equipment specifications and develop HVAC layouts.
- Design dust collection systems tailored for process application including nuisance dust and combustible dust.
- Design and develop layouts for potable water distribution systems, sanitary wastewater systems, stormwater drain piping systems and process sewer systems.
- Prepare plumbing equipment specifications for tempered water heating systems, safety shower and eyewash stations.
- Evaluate fire hazards and determine the required fire protection coverage and density.
- Develop HVAC cost estimates for different project stage gates (front-end loading).
- Perform field work by obtaining information, making field sketches and verifying drawings.
- Prepare equipment specifications and develop duct layouts
Qualifications:
- 5+ years in HVAC engineering and design
- Industrial HVAC experience is required (i.e. chemical plant, manufacturing, heavy industrial, etc).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD required. AutoCAD Plant 3D preferred; experience with Revit and Navisworks is a plus.
- Experience in dust collection, plumbing or fire protection is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
- EIT certification required; must be working toward PE licensure. PE is highly desirable.
- Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced industrial environment.
- Working knowledge of applicable mechanical codes and standards like NFPA, ASHRAE, OSHA.
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.