Mechanical Engineer

SmithGroup; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salary range

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

SmithGroup's Boston office seeks a Mechanical Engineer to perform HVAC analysis, design and documentation for healthcare, research labs and higher education facilities. You will coordinate with designers and junior staff, mentor teammates and contribute to planning concepts and client presentations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical/Architectural Engineering, 5+ years of related experience, and proficiency in Revit/IES and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of related design and consulting experience in healthcare, research labs, higher education and other critical building types.
• LEED AP preferred; PE license preferred; EIT certification required (eligible to take Part II).
• Proficiency with Revit, IES and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis, design and documentation of HVAC systems and controls.
• Conduct system assessments and prepare technical reports.
• Review submittals, RFIs and change orders; conduct site observations.
• Coordinate work of mechanical designers and junior staff.
• Assist with construction site visits for observation and punch lists.
• Create and develop planning and design concepts.
• Prepare presentation drawings and assist in internal/external presentations.
• Mentor and train junior staff.

Skills

HVAC design

Team mentoring

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Engineer-in-Training certification

Tools

Revit

IES

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Boston office of SmithGroup is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis, design and documentation of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and controls.
• Perform system assessments and prepare technical reports.
• Review submittals, RFIs and contractor proposed change orders, and conduct site observations.
• Coordinate the work of mechanical designers and junior staff assigned to the project.
• Assist with construction site visits as required for observation, answering contractor questions, or representing the owner in preparing punch lists.
• Create and develop planning and design concepts for projects.
• Prepare presentation drawings and otherwise assists in presentations both internally and externally.
• Mentor and train junior staff.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of related technical design and consulting engineering experience designing HVAC, plumbing, and special systems for new and renovated healthcare, research lab, higher education and other critical building types.
• LEED AP preferred, PE license preferred. Engineer-in-Training certification required (eligible to take Part II of the licensing exam).
• Proficiency with Revit, IES and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000 to 135,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].