Mechanical Engineer

Harriman; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K program

Gym reimbursement

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Portland, Maine, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join our collaborative team. We value work-life balance and offer a hybrid work environment. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and familiarity with design software. You will work on small and medium projects, guiding less experienced engineers. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive salaries, medical, dental, 401K, and gym reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Proficient in advanced math, physics, and mechanical science.
• Pass the Professional Engineers exam.
• Ability to manage small to medium-sized projects.

Responsibilities

• Act independently on engineering methods and calculations.
• Plan and conduct work for evaluations and designs.
• Provide guidance to unlicensed engineers.

Skills

Team collaboration

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Education

Undergrad Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Trane Trace 700/3D

Adobe

Bluebeam

Newforma Project Center

Deltek Vision

Microsoft Office Suite

Zoom/Teams

Job description

Description

Harriman is growing! We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team and join our full‑service practice. If you are looking for a firm that understands the importance of work‑life balance, enjoys working with lots of other people, and can work independently in our hybrid‑work environment, then this is an opportunity that you need to look into!

Working at Harriman, you will be immersed in our mission to design relevant and innovative solutions to meet human needs. Our work is challenging, creative, and is based on the belief our designs are the best when we collaborate together.

Duties And Responsibilities

A licensed engineer will be expected to act independently regarding engineering methods and calculations, applying sound and diverse knowledge of engineering principles and practices in a broad array of assignments. At level 1, a licensed engineer is expected to plan and conduct work including evaluation, selection, and design of mechanical equipment and components. They are expected to assess problems and answer technical questions independently in front of clients, including providing guidance to and review the work of unlicensed engineers and designers. They are also expected to perform project management duties on small projects.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience.
• Familiar with the principles of engineering, knowledge of advanced math, physics, and mechanical science applicable to the field.
• Undergrad Degree (4 years minimum) in Mechanical Engineering (other engineering degrees to be considered on a case‑by‑case basis).
• Has passed the Professional Engineers exam.
• Able to complete small and medium sized projects with minimal supervision.
• Proficient with the tools required to achieve project completion (ie software, reference documents, calculations, and contacts).
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Software Proficiencies

• Proficient with Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Proficient with Load Calculation software, Trane Trace 700/3D
• Proficient with PDF Editing software such as Adobe or Bluebeam.
• Proficient with Newforma Project Center.
• Proficient with Deltek Vision.
• Capable of utilizing additional software as needed to perform complex calculations.
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Zoom/Teams/Video Conferencing Software

What Will Set You Apart

In addition to the required technical skills, we must work together collaboratively in a team environment to succeed. Some general expectations that are required for all staff members include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Be a team player
• Be flexible, adaptable, and open to new ideas
• Actively seek out clarification via the expertise of colleagues when unsure.
• Be respectful of others and their opinions and ideas
• Manage your efforts efficiently and effectively to complete tasks on time and with limited impact on co‑worker's schedules
• Be prompt to appointments and meetings out of the office as well as in‑house
• Inform studio leader of PTO, or unexpected time away from the office and record in studio PTO Calendar
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and activities such as project team and committee meetings, all‑office meetings (such as the Monthly Harriman Huddle), and studio‑specific meetings.
• Ability to accept and learn from criticism
• Avoid conflicts of interest
• Market oneself and the company always by conducting oneself professionally: we all represent Harriman!
• Communicate, communicate, communicate!

Benefits

We offer completive salaries and a full benefits package including medical, dental, 401K program, hybrid work schedule, gym reimbursement, and a friendly, collaborative work environment.

Harriman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.