MEP- Mechanical Engineer (Mid-Level)

Partner ESI; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Partner Engineering and Science, Inc is seeking a Full-Time Mechanical and Building Systems Engineer to assess MEP and Fire Life Safety systems for commercial properties. The role includes site visits, data collection, and developing design solutions as part of the Integrated Facility Solutions group.

The position requires a BS/MS in mechanical or electrical engineering with 5+ years of consulting/design experience; a PE license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in mechanical or electrical engineering with relevant consulting/design experience.
• Experience with MEP and Fire Life Safety systems is preferred.
• P.E. license preferred; additional professional certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review MEP and FLS assessments for commercial properties.
• Conduct site visits, walkthroughs, and observe building systems.
• Document deficiencies with photos and narratives; prepare reports.
• Interact with clients to discuss findings and recommended solutions.
• Support cost estimation for remedying deficiencies and enhancements.
• Lead or support project teams under guidance of senior staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At PARTNER, success starts with the right mindset: connection, compassion, and curiosity. Whether consulting with clients or collaborating with colleagues, these principles guide how we work. We deliver engineering, environmental, and energy consulting, plus design services across the Americas, Europe, and beyond. As a leader in Commercial Real Estate (CRE), we’re 1,600+ professionals strong in 40+ offices. Our mission is simple: create the best home for talented professionals. If you value delivering exceptional experiences through problem-solving, coordination, and a mindset of care for clients and colleagues, you’ll feel right at home. That approach has earned us recognition on ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms, Inc. 5000’s Fastest-Growing Companies, and Zweig’s Best Firms to Work For. Here, your ideas matter, your impact is real, and your work helps shape the future. Check out this role and join our team of talented professionals.

Partner is seeking a Full-Time Mechanical and Building Systems Engineer. This position is responsible for performing and reviewing Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) and Fire Life Safety (FLS) system assessments as part of Partner’s Integrated Facility Solutions (IFS) Group. This position requires building assessments, investigation, consulting, and some development of design solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Self-performs MEP Assessments and prepares MEP Assessment Reports. Scope of MEP/FLS Assessments generally consist of:

• Self-performs single site visit consisting of a "walkthrough" survey and representative observation of accessible tenant spaces, common areas, roofs, and major mechanical areas
• Conduct visual observation of heating and cooling equipment and assess the general quality, condition, level of maintenance, and capacity of existing systems
• Conduct visual assessment of interior and exterior lighting systems as well as major electrical systems such as main switchboards, distribution panels, motor control centers, metering equipment, transformers, and other ancillary systems such as emergency backup power generators
• Assess the existing condition of plumbing systems including domestic supply, waste, and vent piping as well as plumbing fixtures, water heating equipment, and pumps
• Assess the condition of fire protection and life safety systems including fire suppression systems, alarm systems, smoke evacuation equipment, and notification systems
• Document existing conditions, significant deficiencies, and/or evidence of deferred maintenance via photographs and narrative description
• To the extent possible, gather key data from major MEP system equipment tags including model number, serial number, date of manufacture, and nominal capacity (i.e., Btu/hr, hp, tonnage, etc.)
• Review setpoints, schedules, and system capabilities of existing building automation systems (BAS) and/or central HVAC control systems, as applicable
• Takes document photographs of representative systems, conditions, and physical deficiencies.
• Conduct in-depth interviews with property owners, management personnel, facility engineers, third-party service providers, and local government officials, to develop an understanding of current facility operations, conditions, historic repairs/replacements, and/or any planned or ongoing major capital improvement projects
• Conduct in-depth review of available construction documents, as-built drawings, system sequences of operation, equipment specifications, repair/improvement cost information, maintenance reports and logs, Building and Fire Department inspection reports, and similar information to determine the condition of the building
• Prepares estimated costs to remedy building deficiencies.
• Provides technical direction and guidance to Project Managers on MEP issues.
• Communicates with clients and management to discuss and develop solutions to recognized MEP system concerns and to develop customized consulting solutions for clients.
• Complies with federal, state and local legal requirements by studying new and existing legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on necessary action in the areas of MEP systems.
• Delivers outstanding customer service through timely response and proactive solutions to client needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to work in an ambiguous, complex, fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) or Master’s Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or similar, and 5+ years commercial/industrial engineering consulting or design experience with a solid understanding of all major MEP and FLS systems.

CERTIFICATES / LICENSES

• P.E. in mechanical engineering preferred
• CEM, CEA, CBCP, or CMVP preferred

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be comfortable with interfacing directly with Clients.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to effectively present information.
• Produce high quality deliverables (reports and spreadsheets) with limited QC review.

OTHER SKILLS/ ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite Products). Excellent time management and organizational skills. The position requires simultaneously managing electronic deliverables for several ongoing assignments.
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time.

COMPENSATION

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $80,000 to $110,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

It is Partner Engineering and Science, Inc’s (The Company) policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information including genetic information, family care status, military caregiver status, veteran status, marital status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

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