Mechanical IB Arlington, VA

CannonDesign; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm seeks an engineer to join their multi-disciplinary team in Arlington, Virginia. The role involves HVAC system design, building load calculations, and Revit/BIM modeling under the supervision of a licensed engineer. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, ideally from an ABET accredited program, and possess a minimum of 2 years of related experience. Proficiency in engineering design software and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience required.
• EIT/FE in the United States preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform designs of piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems.
• Prepare Building Load Calculations using modeling software.
• Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to handle multiple projects

Experience in engineering design software

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Revit

Trane Trace

Trane 3D Plus

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of a licensed engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial and science and technology.

HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Under supervision of a professional engineer perform designs of uncomplicated piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems for building design. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
• Prepare Building Load Calculations using modeling software under supervisory direction.
• May prepare energy models using appropriate software correct parameters with supervisory oversight.
• Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required, with supervisory oversight. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Assist with editing specifications relating to existing and new projects.
• Review submittals and shop drawings for compliance with the contract documents.
• Research as assigned and respond to emergent issues.
• May write draft reports to be reviewed by a professional engineer.
• Assist in gathering information to respond to RFIs and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
• May perform job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• May coordinate specific activities on particular elements of a project.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering required. Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience required.
• EIT/FE in the United States preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.