Mechanical Engineer III

KFI Engineers; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join their Medical & Clean Manufacturing Group. This role is pivotal in delivering engineering excellence and ensuring high customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, actively supporting business development and managing project scopes. With a focus on LEED design and HVAC engineering, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in healthcare infrastructure. Join a team where your expertise will make a significant impact, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health and career growth.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Company Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience required.
• Proficient in LEED design and knowledge of HVAC principles.
• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering documents and specifications for projects.
• Support business development through proposal writing.
• Provide technical support to team members and clients.

Skills

LEED design

Revit

AutoCAD

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

HVAC Engineering

Communication Skills

Detail Orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Position: Mechanical Engineer III

Department: Medical & Clean Manufacturing (MCM)

Reporting Relationship: Senior Project Manager, MCM

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Mechanical Engineer III plays a key role in the successful execution of projects for our Medical & Clean Manufacturing Group. This individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed - both externally and internally. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also actively support the business development process, through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers. The Mechanical Engineer III will be self-directed but thrive in an environment where consultation leads to superior differentiators.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and to ensure application of Thermodynamic Principles (e.g., HVAC Engineering and Design, load/energy modeling calculations, etc.).
• Basic understanding of Architectural, Electrical, Civil and Structural Engineering construction practices.
• LEED - experience in the design and certification of LEED buildings.
• Develops estimates for assigned scope of work and is accountable for ensuring we stay within scope.
• May serve as project manager for complete projects, when assigned.
• Support the business development process through input to proposals, meeting and presenting to prospective customers, etc.
• Provides work direction to other team members, including subcontractors, as assigned.
• Approves final equipment selections and drawing submittals.
• Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelors' degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, related degree.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.
• Minimum of 8 years' Mechanical Engineering experience following graduation.
• Proficient in LEED design.
• Knowledge in both Revit and AutoCAD.
• Naturally collaborative and possess the ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations.
• Strong influencing skills and demonstrates maturity and self-confidence to work with colleagues and customers.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers, and Project Managers.
• Supervisory or people-management experience.
• Effective meeting management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable and agile, responsive to quick changes in direction.
• Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application, including MS Office.
• Travel: May include up to 25% domestic travel.

Preferred

• Professional Engineering Registration (or willingness to pursue this designation) is strongly preferred.
• Experience in healthcare facility design preferred; commercial or industrial HVAC experience also considered.
• Background in infrastructure design for healthcare facilities.

Working Conditions

• Some work locations will feature the tough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools, and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

Managing People

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

Benefits:
At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Virtual health services
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
• Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Bereavement Leave
• Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage

Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans and Disabilities