Mechanical Design Engineer

ballinger group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Prescription coverage

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

401(k) plan

Commuter benefits

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Ballinger is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Philadelphia to analyze and design building infrastructure and HVAC systems. You will work with senior engineers, learn cooling, steam and energy modeling, and prepare drawings and specifications for project delivery.

The role emphasizes rigorous analysis, collaboration, and field surveys, with a path toward mentorship and growth within Ballinger's healthcare, academic, and corporate projects.

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering or equivalent.
• Working knowledge and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• EIT preferred.
• Entry-level design engineer, Co-Op or Intern experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing and improving mechanical components, products and systems for clients.
• Preparing technical drawings and specifications for mechanical systems to meet codes and client requirements.
• Overseeing construction administration to ensure installation conforms to docs.
• Analyzing system options, costs, and design using energy models and analytical tools.
• Produce specification sections and Field/Inspections docs; draft reports.
• Travel for surveys and field/site visits during construction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Coordination

Education

BS/BA in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

At Ballinger, an Architecture Engineering Firm, we are passionate about complex challenges and real-world problem-solving.Design challenges come in all shapes and sizes, and the ones we prefer test us as design professionals. We seek out complex projects with big impact because they require us to ask tough questions, synthesize data, and push past the boundaries of existing answers into the realm of innovative solutions. Ballinger team members thrive on those challenges because our clients do, too: our work for them enables their ambitious endeavors in science and medicine, research and government, manufacturing, and technology. Ballinger welcomes ambition with career development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities. Here ideas will always be more important than hierarchy because they result in buildings as transformative as the missions they serve.

This role is based in Philadelphia, PA- on-site three (3) days a week.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will analyze and design building infrastructure and HVAC systems. You will be teamed with a senior engineer(s) who will guide and teach the fundamentals of cooling, chilled water, steam, hot water, air handling and automated control design as you prepare mechanical drawings, perform field surveys, and simulate building energy use via modeling software.

Position Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing and improving mechanical components, products and systems for clients, including researching new technologies and their application.
• Preparing technical drawings and specifications for mechanical systems to ensure that their installation and operation conform to specifications, codes, standards and client requirements.
• Overseeing construction administration efforts to ensure installation and function complies with construction documentation.
• Analyzing system options, cost analysis, and design using analytical tools such as energy simulation models.
• Produce specification sections and Statement of Special Inspections and interface with specifications staff on assigned projects.
• Produce field site visit reports Draft/model documents.
• Develop knowledge of Ballinger’s project types (health care, academic/lab/research, corporate/workspace) through active engagement with project teams and leadership.
• Travel as project requirements dictate for surveys and field/site visits during construction.

Technical/Professional Skills

• Superb analytical, communication and production skills and be able to perform well in a design environment
• Excel, Word, and analysis software proficiency
• Experience in the industry as an entry-level design engineer, Co-Op or Intern is preferred
• Thorough understanding of discipline’s drawing and graphic standards, adherence to standards for quality and consistency in Ballinger’s product
• Strong interpersonal skills, specifically communication, dependability, responsibility, and teamwork
• Coordination skills, specifically communication, organization, time management, and adaptability

Requirements

• BS or BA degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering relevant to the particular field of practice or equivalent as determined by the firm.
• Working knowledge and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
• EIT preferred

It is the policy of Ballinger to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hairstyle/texture), religion, color, citizenship, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ballinger prohibits any such discrimination or harassment. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

About Us:

Ballinger is one of the oldest continuously practicing architecture and engineering firm in the United States. Founded in l878. We make places for people who make the future. Healers and learners, makers and innovators: they are the people who inspire us, because their work changes lives for the better. For them, a building must be both functional and exceptional, an environment that empowers those who experience it. We believe that a building designed and engineered with insight and intelligence becomes a catalyst for today’s transformative endeavors – and an enabler of tomorrow’s promising futures.

What We Offer:

We believe that people are our greatest asset and the precision, expertise, and collaboration that we bring to our projects sets us apart from the competition and enables us to make an impact on our world and community. We offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including Medical, Dental, Prescription, Wellness, FSA/HSA, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Short and Long-Term Disability Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Parental Leave, 401(K) plan with company contribution, Commuter Benefits, Paid Holidays, and Personal Time Off (PTO), Community Volunteer Events and fresh fruit and yogurt provided every morning in the office.

Location and Travel

This role is located in our Philadelphia PA office, with a flexible, hybrid work schedule on-site three (3) days per week. Travel as project requirements dictate for surveys and field/site visits during construction.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can email [e-mail] for assistance.

We are currently not accepting resumes from recruiters or agencies.