Mechanical Design Engineer

DEDC, LLC - Consulting and Commissioning Engineers; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DEDC, LLC - Consulting and Commissioning Engineers is seeking Mechanical Engineers to translate technical requirements into practical, reliable designs. You will collaborate with clients and project teams, perform calculations, and support construction with detailed drawings and specifications.

Based in Newark, DE, the role offers a broad scope across Higher Ed, Biopharma, and Science & Tech spaces. We value teamwork, client communication, and meticulous design work as part of our growing

Qualifications

• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years mechanical engineering experience with clients in Higher Ed, Pharmaceutical, Biopharma & Biotech, and other Science & Tech Industries is helpful.
• Previous consulting engineering firm experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Revit software.
• Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Solid understanding of building and life safety codes.
• Relentless attention to detail and well-organized.
• Ability to communicate with clients, partners, vendors, and peers.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Project-related travel when needed.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables.
• Perform engineering calculations.
• Select and specify equipment for projects.
• Develop conceptual and detailed electrical designs, schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with the team to develop construction drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, project teams, and suppliers on other aspects of the project.
• Support design reviews, testing, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical issues.
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, project requirements, and safety expectations.
• Maintain clear records and communicate design decisions and project updates.

Skills

Client communication

Engineering calculations

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Four-year engineering degree

Engineering experience with clients (5+ years)

Tools

Revit

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Summary

We are DEDC LLC, a full-service, multi-disciplined engineering and design firm. We are seeking Mechanical Engineers for our growing professional staff. We are looking for engineers who can translate technical requirements into practical, reliable designs and collaborate with colleagues and project stakeholders. We are willing to consider engineers of any experience level.

These pivotal roles will design and draw specifications for bidding and construction. They will focus on scope development, complete various engineering calculations and analyses, contribute to the final design process, and provide technical support during construction.

This position is based out of our Newark, DE location. The target salary range is $120,000 to $140,000, commensurate with experience. We offer medical and dental benefits, retirement plans, paid time off and paid holidays, and professional development and tuition reimbursement.

If you're interested in an opportunity to work with a growing team and further your engineering career, let's have a conversation!

About the role

Critical parts of the job

• Work with clients to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables.
• Perform engineering calculations.
• Select and specify equipment for projects.
• Develop conceptual and detailed electrical designs, schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with the team to develop construction drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, project teams, and suppliers on other aspects of the project.
• Support design reviews, testing, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical issues.
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, project requirements, and safety expectations.
• Maintain clear records and communicate design decisions and project updates.

Skills, Education & Abilities

Qualifications

• Education: Four-year engineering degree, or equivalent.
• 5 or more years of mechanical engineering experience with clients in sectors including Higher Ed, Pharmaceutical, Biopharma & Biotech, and other Science & Tech Industries is helpful.
• Previous experience in a consulting engineering firm is preferred.
• Proficiency with Revit software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Solid understanding of building and life safety codes.
• Relentless attention to detail and well-organized.
• The ability to effectively communicate with clients, partners, vendors, and peers.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Project-related travel when needed.

What you bring

• A self-motivated thinker and doer who can work independently and with a team.
• A passionate engineer who actively works to develop relationships with customers and actively participates in professional organizations and/or civic activities to meet and interact with potential customers.
• A curious and inquisitive engineer with a passion for designing creative and forward-thinking solutions for our clients.
• A collaborative person to assist management, team members, and clients in navigating the complexity of everyday engineering design and construction.
• Ability to juggle a few competing priorities and be flexible to changing goals and demands on your time.

About us

Established in 1965, DEDC is a privately owned, full-service, multidisciplinary engineering and design firm. We offer in-house expertise in mechanical HVAC, electrical, plumbing, process/chemical, instrumentation/control engineering, and design services. Our organization is structured to meet the challenges of projects of different sizes and complexities. Our practice has been built upon the quality of our people, the depth of our client base, and the strength of our relationships, coupled with a diverse resume of design experience.

Culture

We value each member of our staff and strive to provide a quality work environment in which each professional is given the opportunity to grow. We encourage and reward creativity, technical expertise, and providing superior service to internal and external clients.

Commitment to Our Customers

DEDC is dedicated to providing excellence in engineering and services. We will use our creativity to solve complex problems. We will be customer-focused and flexible in all of our interactions. It is our challenge to ensure that the skills and talents of our staff meet your needs. By consistently listening to you, we will understand your needs and objectives. Our goal is to become an extension of your organization. Our focus is the relationship, not simply the project.

We Build Relationships

DEDC is fortunate to have long-standing relationships with a number of clients who are leaders in their industries. The quality of our offering is exemplified by the quality of our clients. Our success has come from listening, understanding and responding to the needs of our clients. Their satisfaction is measured by their desire to work with us again.