Lead Mechanical Engineer, Central Energy & Utilities

Kfi ENG; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 118.000 - 149.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Zusammenfassung

KFI Engineers, a leader in facility infrastructure design, seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer for Utilities & Central Energy in Cincinnati, OH. Lead complex central plant projects, mentor staff, and coordinate across disciplines.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, project leadership, and client interaction within a growing UCE group at KFI. Expect collaboration, growth opportunities, and a strong benefit package.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineering registration or willingness to pursue this designation.
• 10+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Demonstrated strong proficiency in utilities generation and distribution systems design.
• Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers, and sub-consultants.
• Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and other stakeholders.
• Project management skills and knowledge of related tools and processes.
• Ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations.
• Self-directed and thrives in an environment where consultation leads to superior outcomes.
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application, including MS Office.
• Experience generating technical reports and developing campus utilities masterplans.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective meeting management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.
• Travel: May include up to 25% domestic travel

Aufgaben

• Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and to ensure code compliance.
• Performs engineering calculations.
• Approves final utilities systems/equipment selections and drawing submittals.
• Manages projects and teams, ensuring that work efforts and costs are accurately scoped and estimated.
• Actively manages assigned projects, driving them to completion.
• Thorough understanding of Architectural design, Electrical, Civil and Structural Engineering and construction practices.
• Provides work direction to other team members, including subconsultants, as assigned.
• Participates in the development and coaching of younger talent needed to meet current and future organization goals.
• Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines.
• May represent KFI at conferences, customer events, and through membership in industry associations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

10+ years experience

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Communication skills

MS Office

Technical reports

Campus utilities masterplans

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineering registration or willing to pursue

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

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Senior Mechanical Engineer – Utilities and Central Energy

Regular Full Time Cincinnati, OH, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1382

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Department: Utilities & Central Energy (UCE)

Reporting Relationship: Senior Project Manager, UCE

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com .

The Utilities and Central Energy (UCE) group specializes in large central plant work, particularly for district energy serving cities, universities, hospitals, and manufacturing campuses. Our expertise covers both energy production and distribution. We have expertise in sustainable energy production, simple and combined cycle, combined heat and power, industrial HVAC, and medium voltage power. Our clients look for us to lead large complex projects from concept to completion, including startup, check-out, and commissioning.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer - UCE plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. This individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and to ensure code compliance.
• Performs engineering calculations.
• Approves final utilities systems/equipment selections and drawing submittals.
• Manages projects and teams, ensuring that work efforts and costs are accurately scoped and estimated.
• Actively manages assigned projects, driving them to completion.
• Thorough understanding of Architectural design, Electrical, Civil and Structural Engineering and construction practices.
• Provides work direction to other team members, including subconsultants, as assigned.
• Participates in the development and coaching of younger talent needed to meet current and future organization goals.
• Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines.
• May represent KFI at conferences, customer events, and through membership in industry associations.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineering registration or willingness to pursue this designation.
• 10+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Demonstrated strong proficiency in utilities generation and distribution systems design.
• Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers, and sub-consultants.
• Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and other stakeholders.
• Project management skills and knowledge of related tools and processes.
• Ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations.
• Self-directed and thrives in an environment where consultation leads to superior outcomes.
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application, including MS Office.
• Experience generating technical reports and developing campus utilities masterplans.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective meeting management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.
• Travel: May include up to 25% domestic travel

Preferred

• Strong experience in infrastructure projects and/or plant operations is preferred.

Working Conditions

• Some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Virtual health services
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
• Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage

Salary Range: $118,000 - $149,000 annually. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual qualifications, experience, work location, and education. This position is eligible for an annual bonus.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans and Disabilities