Mechanical Project Engineer

McKim & Creed, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities and training

Tuition reimbursement

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join their Building, Energy and Infrastructure Group. This role will focus on mechanical systems for various facility types, including healthcare and educational institutions. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, preparing specifications, and acting as the engineer of record. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 5-10 years of relevant experience. Competitive pay and various employee benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in healthcare facility projects.
• Registered Professional Engineer in North Carolina.
• Strong knowledge of ASHRAE Standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineer for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Produce design and construction drawings.
• Ensure completion of design tasks on budget and schedule.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk REVIT

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

McKim & Creed has a reputation for state‑of‑the‑art engineering services that help energy users and providers convert facilities to cleaner, more efficient energy sources; harness the power of renewables; and optimize existing infrastructure and resources. Our highly respected team of engineers, planners and project managers are committed to the innovation, sustainability and resource efficiencies that lead to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future.

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Building, Energy and Infrastructure (BEI) Group as a Mechanical Project Engineer at our new headquarters in Raleigh, NC focused on HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for facility types including healthcare; higher education; institutional facilities; federal, state and local government; K-12 education and support; and other commercial/industrial facilities.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WILL INCLUDE

• This person is a technical expert as part of a multi‑discipline project team on projects in the Buildings, Energy, and Infrastructure group, in support of Mechanical (HVAC, plumbing and fire protection) systems for facility types including healthcare; higher education; institutional facilities; federal, state and local government; K-12 education and support; and other commercial/industrial facilities.
• This person serves as the Lead Mechanical Engineer for projects, producing design/construction drawings and specifications and acting as the Engineer of Record for the work they perform and by subordinates they supervise.
• Acts as the Client interface for project mechanical matters.
• Undertakes and directs evaluations of mechanical equipment/systems and prepares design computations and assessments.
• Generates and oversees mechanical design/construction drawings utilizing REVIT and AutoCAD software.
• Observes mechanical construction progress.
• Assesses the condition of mechanical systems within existing facilities.
• Responsible for completion of mechanical design tasks within budget and on schedule.
• Assists in the development of subordinate staff in mechanical design best practices.
• Communicates and coordinates designs, writing of reports and correspondence with other discipline professionals, as well as representatives of the Client organization to complete work efficiently.
• Stays current with local, state & federal design standards and regulations.
• Helps develop new work and clients related to mechanical design services for healthcare; higher education; institutional facilities; federal, state and local government; K-12 education & support; and other commercial/industrial facilities.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Engineering with mechanical focus, from an ABET-accredited university.
• 5-10 years of documented applicable experience working on healthcare facilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina with current NCEES.
• Process-oriented individual with strong organization, technical and communication skills.
• Solid communicator, able to take and understand directives from Project Manager and Senior Mechanical Engineer and coordinate efforts with design team.
• Excellent Client communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of the ASHRAE Standards commensurate with their years of experience.
• Able to complete work consistently with flexibility to accommodate varying project demands.
• Experience leading the design efforts of subordinate staff.
• Must maintain a high level of precision and accuracy and be methodical in approach to work.
• High technical aptitude, interested in technology and staying current in their field.
• Ability to climb ladders and perform field survey duties.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

• Significant experience using Autodesk REVIT gained in a similar design-related field.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of software, as well as Bluebeam.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

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McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affi, VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

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