Senior Mechanical Engineer

Springtide; City of Albany (NY); Remote; USD 169,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Springtide in Albany, NY is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design HVAC systems for semiconductor facilities and lead projects. The role can be fully remote, or office-based, with responsibilities spanning ductwork, central plants, and energy analysis.

You will mentor junior staff and ensure design excellence and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in building HVAC design, a BS in Mechanical Engineering, and proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit, plus energy modeling

Qualifications

• 10+ years in building design HVAC systems and related utilities.
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program.
• Proficient in AutoCAD/Revit CAD drafting.
• Strong knowledge of codes for HVAC system design.
• Experience with load calculations and energy analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Lead design studies and schematic designs for mechanical systems.
• Perform energy savings calculations using IESVE/Carrier HAP/eQUEST.
• Prepare equipment schedules and cost estimates.
• Mentor engineers and guide project execution.
• Ensure drawings meet quality and standards.

Skills

HVAC design

Load calculations

Energy analysis

Project leadership

Duct sizing

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

At Springtide, a division of IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, we listen, understand, and lean into complex challenges to unlock new solutions and realize opportunities with our partners. Distinguished by our agility, creativity, expertise, and owner’s perspective, we deliver faster time-to-market and longer-lasting value, enabling you to do more. We are looking for a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dedicated team at our office located in Albany, New York. This position can also be full-time remote.

In this role, you will perform the design of the mechanical (HVAC) systems, including but not limited to: air distribution ductwork systems, hot water, chilled water, and condenser water pumping and piping systems, steam and condensate piping systems, central plants, air handling systems, dehumidification systems, automatic control systems, and ancillary heat transfer systems for semiconductor facilities.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist in engineering studies and schematic design for new mechanical systems and analyze the operation of existing systems.
• Analyze existing HVAC and utility generation systems and equipment, and determine applicability for use in renovation projects.
• Use computer-assisted engineering and design software to perform engineering and energy savings calculations, including IESVE, Carrier HAP, and eQUEST.
• Assist the Project Lead with design computations and quantity estimates, and develop probable construction cost estimates.
• Perform the role of Project Lead for less complex projects within the business unit.
• Select equipment based on recommendations of the Project Lead, and fill out equipment schedules.
• Research design options and document findings for the Project Lead.
• Keep the Project Lead and/or Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project scope or additional services.
• Research code issues and communicate with code officials, as well as other disciplines.
• Make clear, well-organized, and effective presentations to technical audiences.
• Ensure that drawings and designs are per the company's quality, production, and design standards.
• Mentor, support, and guide new Engineers or early-career professionals with project execution.
• Make calculations using engineering formulas and skills for design, such as duct sizing and pressure drop calculations, air balance calculations, and equipment sizing.
• Create specialized drawings, such as operations matrices, elevations, details, and diagrams.
• Perform additional tasks or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 10+years of Engineering/design experience in the building design industry (for example: HVAC systems and Utility Generation equipment).
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year College or University.
• Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and CAD drafting (AutoCAD/Revit).
• Thorough knowledge of Mechanical (HVAC) system design and applicable codes.
• Experience with software for performing load calculations and energy analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT or Professional Engineer (PE).

About Us

Springtide Project Services is a full-service technical consultancy providing Architectural, Engineering, Construction, Project and Program Management, and Commissioning services to advanced technology industries, including the semiconductor, mission-critical data center, renewable energy, electric vehicle, and display sectors. We bring deep subject matter expertise as well as proven, reliable execution experience to bear on complex projects. The name Springtide represents our culture and values as an agile organization providing fresh, dynamic, and innovative solutions to help our clients optimize their project outcomes. We are energetic, driven, and curious, and take a sophisticated approach to every client project, enabling a critical scope to be executed; we walk in our clients’ shoes, we listen, we are curious, and we excel in a thriving collaborative culture, proactively leaning into challenges with a solutions mindset. We focus on collaborative engagement, alignment, and optimized execution, enabling our clients to do more and to achieve their business success. Springtide is a division of IPS-Integrated Project Services, LLC.

Specialties

Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Program Management, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCM, and augmented resourcing services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Springtide without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. Springtide is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

Attention Search Firms/Third Party Recruiters: Springtide is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities with Springtide. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Springtide via email, the Internet, or directly to hiring managers at Springtide in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for a specific position will be deemed the sole property of Springtide, and no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by Springtide as a result of the referral or through other means.

The salary offered for this role is between $168,650 and $183,300, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.