Mechanical III

Cannon Design; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 79,990 - 99,940; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) and retirement plans

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

CannonDesign in Pittsburgh is seeking an experienced HVAC engineer to design and direct ductwork, piping, and equipment for diverse facilities. You’ll model energy usage, prepare BIM construction drawings, and supervise mechanical work on multiple projects to stay on schedule and budget.

The role requires a PE or strong progression toward one, ABET accreditation, and proficiency with Revit, Trane Trace, or Trane 3D Plus.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Current PE in the United States preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Must possess working knowledge of engineering design software (Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus).

Responsibilities

• Design and direct HVAC ductwork, piping, and equipment selection for projects.
• Supervise or provide project management direction within mechanical discipline.
• Calculate heating and cooling loads and energy modeling.
• Create Revit/BIM construction drawings from design to construction administration.
• Review shop drawings for compliance and interface with clients.
• Conduct site visits to verify conditions and observe progress.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Multi-project management

Client interface

Team coordination

Research and problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Bachelor’s 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'LL DO

• Perform and direct design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems independently on assigned projects. Complex projects could be under the supervision of a professional engineer. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
• May supervise or provide project management direction within the mechanical discipline to include the monitoring of project progresses and project budget.
• Calculate heating, cooling loads, layout, design ductwork, and piping using energy modeling software.
• 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. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Edit specifications relating to existing or new projects.
• Independently research as need arises and respond to emergent issues.
• Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units.
• Review shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team, attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget.
• Respond to RFI's and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
• Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Attend and participate in construction meetings. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• Coordinates work activities on specific projects with several persons with various levels of capability; participates in business development and marketing activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required. Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience required.
• Current PE in the United States preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Must possess a working knowledge and experience, while still acquiring higher level knowledge.
• 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.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $79,990 to 99,940. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

EEO STATEMENT

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.