Senior Mechanical Engineer

Ramboll; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll seeks a senior Mechanical Engineer in Charlotte, NC to lead HVAC-focused design across industrial facilities. The role involves coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive drawings and innovative solutions in a collaborative environment.

You will contribute to energy assessments, ECM analyses, and building envelope modeling while leveraging Revit for design and documentation. Travel and site visits may be required as part of project execution.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or higher; PE license
• 10+ years of HVAC engineering and design experience
• Knowledge of IFC, NFPA, FM Global fire protection requirements
• Willingness to travel <10%
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Autodesk Revit preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design work focused on HVAC for industrial facilities
• Coordinate with other disciplines to produce final construction drawings
• Develop conceptual designs and cost estimates for early project stages
• Conduct energy assessments to identify energy and cost savings measures
• Model building envelopes to assess heat gains/losses and ECM savings
• Specify mechanical equipment and plumbing systems
• Visit job sites for upfits; travel may be required

Skills

HVAC design

Fire protection standards

Industrial facilities experience

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Energy efficiency

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Inviting Bright Minds

Ramboll is seeking experienced candidates to join the Solutions for Industry group in our Charlotte, NC office.Utilize your problem-solving knowledge and experience in our collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and empowering culture at Ramboll! When you start with Ramboll, you’ll be joining a company that strives to make a difference – for our employees, clients, and society. In your role you will have opportunity to lead and demonstrate your experience on unique and challenging medium and large size industrial projects. Our vision is to be a leading consultancy globally, delivering integrated and sustainable solutions that shape today and tomorrow.

Job Description

Joining Ramboll

As our new senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be working across a wide range of mechanical design knowledge areas and have a desired focus area in HVAC design of chemical, power, and/or industrial facilities. The candidate will work alongside other experienced and entry level engineers in an environment where sharing knowledge to develop innovative technically sound designs is considered the key to success.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Performing design and engineering work in various areas of the mechanical discipline. Most of the work will be related to heating, ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC); however, the candidate should also expect work in industrial piping, plumbing, central utility plants, compressed air systems, chilled water systems, steam systems, and fire protection.
• Coordinating with other engineering disciplines to produce final construction drawings and details associated with mechanical engineering projects.
• Developing conceptual designs and cost estimates for early stages of the project life cycle.
• Conducting or participating in investigative energy assessments to identify energy and cost savings measures.
• Assessing and designing building ventilation systems based on requirements for heat removal in industrial spaces and maintaining indoor air quality.
• Conducting spreadsheet analysis to assess the energy and cost savings of proposed energy conservation measures (ECMs)
• Utilizing building modeling software to determine envelope heat gains/losses and assess savings potentials of ECMs.
• Specifying mechanical equipment
• Designing plumbing and building utility piping systems
• Summarizing engineering results in written reports and/or presentations that are cohesive and of the highest quality.
• Visiting job sites as required for projects involving upfit of existing systems. A mix of day trips and overnight domestic trips should be expected.
• Adhering to the policies and standards set forth in the Ramboll’s Project Execution Manual.
• Promoting and maintaining a safe working environment for all employees by adhering to Ramboll’s Health, Safety, and Environmental procedures.

Qualifications

Our People Make the Difference

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your continued personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or greater.
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• 10+ years of experience in engineering and design of HVAC systems
• Working knowledge of fire protection requirements for industrial facilities, including the IFC, NFPA standards and FM Global guidelines.
• Desire to work in chemical, power, and industrial market segment.
• Desire and ability to work at industrial facilities gathering data for designs (expect <10% travel).
• Detail oriented individual.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Experience with Autodesk Revit is preferred

Additional Information

Welcome to our Energy Division

To meet the fast-paced developments the energy sector is witnessing and overcome the challenges posed by the green transition, Ramboll offers a strategic approach to energy that considers both the energy demand and supply. Our experience and holistic perspective on energy planning enable us to find innovative solutions that provide long-term benefits to our clients, the environment, and society.

Ramboll in Americas

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company that has over 2,000 experts working across more than 60 offices in the Americas applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water, Management Consulting, and Architecture and Landscape. As a company, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact, contributing to a cohesive society with equal rights and opportunities for all, and fostering a culture of excellence, enjoyment, and equal opportunities for all our employees. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Responsible business conduct and sustainable practices have been part of Ramboll’s DNA since the company’s inception. Today these principles are an integral part of Our Mission and services and are formalized through our systematic work with the UN sustainable development goals. We are dedicated to taking a leading role in sharing best practices and creating value for clients by delivering solutions that are environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable. We have also committed to ambitious targets to maximize our own sustainability performance and set the industry benchmark.

Salary Transparency Statement

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $115,000 to $140,000 yearly. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [emailprotected] with such requests.

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