Assistant Project Engineer

Work For Warriors Georgia; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McKenny's is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer to join a team focused on designing and developing commercial and industrial HVAC, piping and plumbing systems. Under a senior engineer, you will perform load calculations, energy simulations, equipment selections and duct/piping layouts.

You will use Revit 2018+ to develop design and permit documents, coordinate with architects and other engineers, and contribute to project delivery while building professional experience in a supportive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 1 year of experience in commercial/industrial HVAC field or consulting engineering.
• Experience in design and development of mechanical and plumbing layouts.
• Experience with project management for these systems is a plus.
• Proficiency with Windows-based PC applications (Word, Excel, email, databases).
• Desire to obtain Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform load calculation inputs and simulations.
• Work with project engineers to interpret load calculations and select equipment.
• Assist in life-cycle cost analysis among system alternatives.
• Coordinate mechanical requirements with architects, electrical, structural & civil engineers.
• Develop HVAC documents including duct sizing, routing and air distribution.
• Develop plumbing documents including sanitary and vent sizing and piping routes.
• Utilize Revit 2018+ to support responsibilities and document development.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Revit 2018+

Job description

McKenny's Project EngineerEntry-level project engineer to work in a team environment to assist project engineers and senior project engineers in the design and development of commercial and industrial HVAC, piping and plumbing systems. Work under the direction of a (senior) professional engineer to perform such tasks as load calculations, energy simulations, equipment selections and duct/piping/plumbing layouts. The candidate will also be required to utilize Revit 2017 or higher to develop design and permit documents.

Responsibilities

Perform load calculation inputs and simulations.Work with project engineers to interpret load calculations and select equipment.Assist project engineers in performing life-cycle cost analysis among system alternatives to determine energy impacts of each alternative and assist in system selection.Coordinate mechanical requirements with architects, electrical, structural & civil engineersDevelop HVAC documents including, but not limited to, duct sizing & routing, air distribution selection, pipe sizing & routing.Develop plumbing documents, including but not limited to, sanitary and vent sizing, domestic cold water and hot water sizing and pipe routings.Utilize Revit 2018 (or higher) to support job responsibilities and document development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineeringAt least 1 year experience in the commercial/industrial HVAC field or consulting engineering.At least 1 year of experience in design and development of mechanical and plumbing system layouts and/or responsibility for project management for these systems.Must have basic PC experience in Windows environments, working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, web-enabled applications, and database softwarePreferred

Qualifications

Mechanical Engineering degree.Passed the Engineer in Training exam (EIT).Experience with Revit 2018 or higher.Elementary knowledge of the mechanical and plumbing codes.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics:Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil and structural trade drawings.Ability to visualize three-dimensional layouts from two-dimensional drawings.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Commitment to detail and deadlines.Commitment to taking and successfully passing the EIT exam if not yet completed.Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals.Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.Must possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.Must project a professional and polished image that inspires confidence and trust.Working Conditions and Physical Effort: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment No or very limited exposure to physical risk. No or very limited physical effort required. Periodic visits to active jobsites and exposure to conditions characteristic of such.