HVAC Mechanical Engineer

IKM Building Solutions; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A national engineering firm in Wisconsin is looking for a skilled HVAC Mechanical Engineer to create HVAC designs, including narratives and specifications for various projects. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and have a deep understanding of HVAC systems and building codes. Responsibilities include certifying plans, designing layouts using CAD systems, and conducting compliance tests. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, contributing to the company's success while fostering professional growth.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of HVAC systems application.
• Professional Engineer’s License or State Licensed Designer of Mechanical Systems Stamp required.
• Experience with architectural drawings and 3D models.

Responsibilities

• Create HVAC designs including system narratives and specifications.
• Certify HVAC system plans.
• Design HVAC layouts using CAD systems.

Skills

HVAC system design

LEED principles

Mechanical engineering principles

CAD systems

Reading architectural drawings

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: HVAC Mechanical Engineer

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the creation of HVAC designs, including system narratives, drawings, and specifications for a variety of project types and sizes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Direct the creation of HVAC designs, including system narratives, drawings, and specifications for a variety of project types and sizes.
• Certify HVAC system plans.
• Design heating, ventilation, and air conditioning layouts using CAD systems.
• Calculate heat gain/loss for residential and commercial applications.
• Work in close contact and effectively interact with the internal design, construction and service teams.
• Conduct engineering qualification tests on products, including coordinating with outside agencies to ensure compliance, and develop working prototypes and prototypes for testing.
• Prepare proposals for negotiated construction projects, including Design/Build Projects.
• Assist in the preparation of conceptual cost estimates for a wide variety of HVAC systems.
• Participate in project interviews and make presentations to external clients.
• Assist in establishing HVAC basis of design for various projects.
• Participate in and oversee QA/QC processes for your work.
• Read and interpret complex architectural drawings and 3D models and perform calculations to support design decisions.
• Assist in determining project schedules, manpower requirements and project budgets.
• Perform construction administration and field investigation tasks on construction projects.
• Assist in the processing of Submittals, RFIs, Change Orders, Bulletins, and Record Drawings.
• Assist in the functional testing and commissioning of HVAC systems.
• Take initiative to recommend product improvements or cost reductions.
• Work with the Project Manager to establish and maintain consistent standards for projects.
• Participate in department meetings as requested.
• Perform additional assignments as requested and maintain a teamwork attitude.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Possess a thorough understanding of the proper application of HVAC systems.
• Exhibit a thorough understanding of LEED principles, particularly related to HVAC design.
• Exhibit a thorough understanding of applicable building codes.
• Experience with reading and interpreting complex architectural drawings and 3D models and performing calculations to support design decisions.
• Possess a Professional Engineer’s License or State Licensed Designer of Mechanical Systems Stamp.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.

We offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.