Mechanical Engineer

Kent Engineering; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Engineering is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer for their Honolulu office. This role involves addressing challenges related to piping and HVAC systems in commercial and residential buildings. Ideal candidates will possess strong design and troubleshooting skills alongside effective communication capabilities, contributing to our dynamic team in ensuring system integrity and performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the piping or HVAC industries.
• Ability to prepare and present detailed technical reports.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations of failed or inefficient piping and HVAC systems.
• Collaborate with architects and project managers on design integration.
• Write technical reports from investigations and laboratory testing.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree

Job description

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Job Details

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team at our Honolulu office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the design and troubleshooting of piping systems (domestic water, sewer, gas) and HVAC systems in commercial and residential buildings. This includes single and multistory (low-mid- high rise). The Engineer will be responsible for conducting condition assessments, diagnosing mechanical-control related issues, and providing consultation to ensure the longevity and integrity of building systems, manufactured products, and a variety of other related issues.

Job Description

Job Details

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team at our Honolulu office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the design and troubleshooting of piping systems (domestic water, sewer, gas) and HVAC systems in commercial and residential buildings. This includes single and multistory (low-mid- high rise). The Engineer will be responsible for conducting condition assessments, diagnosing mechanical-control related issues, and providing consultation to ensure the longevity and integrity of building systems, manufactured products, and a variety of other related issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site investigations of failed or inefficient piping and HVAC systems. Remove components as needed for laboratory disassembly and root cause analysis. Perform simulations in the mechanical/materials lab as necessary.
• Multi-Family and commercial plumbing design, retrofits, and code compliance (UPC, IBC, etc)
• Able to read drawings and make changes as needed pertaining to HVAC, sewer and domestic water systems.
• HVAC Redesign and Drafting modification capabilities.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to integrate design expertise into overall project plans.
• Write technical reports from the investigations and laboratory testing performed.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Advanced degree is helpful, willingness to further education is helpful
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain license within 6 months.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the piping or HVAC industries (10 years or more is a plus)
• Knowledge of materials properties, testing methods, and failure analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to prepare and present detailed technical reports.
• Experience with building diagnostics and repair is highly desirable
• Motivated to research and apply learned knowledge in areas where they do not have experience.
• Confident when speaking about technical items with clients but also be able to explain the item or issue in laymen’s terms.
• Project management experience
  
  

Company Description

About Kent Engineering | Architectural Diagnostics

KE|AD Building Consultants is a leading firm specializing in multiple disciplines of architecture, engineering, and project management related to construction. With a strong operational presence in Hawaii and headquarters in Seattle, we pride ourselves on our team of licensed professionals who bring extensive experience and innovative solutions to the table. Our comprehensive services include architecture, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, corrosion engineering, and materials engineering. We focus on building diagnostics and repair, condition assessment, expert witness consulting, and problem-solving for architecture, construction, and building systems. Our mission is to deliver top-tier professional services with a strong emphasis on technical investigation, problem-solving, and root cause analysis.

Since 1982 KE|AD has focused its consulting efforts in forensics, but in recent years KE|AD expanded its service offerings to include non-legal analysis/assessment and remediation services. Our objective is to provide our clients with an accurate and reliable root cause analysis, as well as effective remediation and maintenance solutions.

KE|AD has the internal capability to perform a wide range of tests, simulations, and investigative procedures at our Seattle laboratory and in the field.

About Kent Engineering | Architectural Diagnostics KE|AD Building Consultants is a leading firm specializing in multiple disciplines of architecture, engineering, and project management related to construction. With a strong operational presence in Hawaii and headquarters in Seattle, we pride ourselves on our team of licensed professionals who bring extensive experience and innovative solutions to the table. Our comprehensive services include architecture, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, corrosion engineering, and materials engineering. We focus on building diagnostics and repair, condition assessment, expert witness consulting, and problem-solving for architecture, construction, and building systems. Our mission is to deliver top-tier professional services with a strong emphasis on technical investigation, problem-solving, and root cause analysis. Since 1982 KE|AD has focused its consulting efforts in forensics, but in recent years KE|AD expanded its service offerings to include non-legal analysis/assessment and remediation services. Our objective is to provide our clients with an accurate and reliable root cause analysis, as well as effective remediation and maintenance solutions. KE|AD has the internal capability to perform a wide range of tests, simulations, and investigative procedures at our Seattle laboratory and in the field.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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