Mechanical Project Engineer - Hybrid-Remote Design Lead

SilkRoad; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a degreed mechanical engineer to join its Facilities-MEP Practice, working from initial concept through construction and commissioning on education, public works, and transportation projects.

The ideal candidate will have a ABET-accredited engineering degree, a PE license, 6+ years of experience in HVAC and plumbing design, and be capable of managing small to medium projects with close collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET Accredited University program is required
• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• 6 Years, or more, of professional experience
• Previous experience designing and specifying HVAC and plumbing systems of various sizes and complexities is necessary; experience with specifying other mechanical systems such as industrial systems and/or fire protection is a plus
• Project management experience for small to medium sized projects a plus, but not required
• Construction administration experience, or working knowledge of installation and/or maintenance of mechanical systems, would be helpful
• Commissioning certification and/or experience is a plus
• PE license required

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and assessments to determine best practice mechanical design solutions for specific applications
• Conduct field investigations, HVAC load studies, energy modeling, code reviews
• Produce mechanical design documents (drawings and specifications) for bidding and construction
• Oversee the design and drafting tasks of junior engineering staff, and perform quality control review of design documents
• Coordinate project designs with client specifications and local, city, state code requirements, including interaction with code officials and permitting offices
• Navigate a variety of complex issues in both preparing mechanical designs and assisting the Owner/Architect/Contractor with construction issues in the field
• Serve as project manager on small to medium size projects having a significant mechanical design component
• Proactive problem solving, self initiative/motivating, ownership of responsibility, individual as first line of success/quality

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Energy modeling

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Code knowledge

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Energy modeling software

Load calculation programs

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a degreed mechanical engineer to join its Facilities-MEP Practice, working from initial concept through construction and commissioning on education, public works, and transportation projects.

The ideal candidate will have a ABET-accredited engineering degree, a PE license, 6+ years of experience in HVAC and plumbing design, and be capable of managing small to medium projects with close collaboration across disciplines.