Senior Mechanical Engineer

KCI; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead quality assurance and design for diverse projects. This role involves mentoring junior staff, managing multi-discipline teams, and technical oversight on mechanical systems. The candidate should possess extensive experience and a Professional Engineer license.

Benefits

Family friendly benefits

Collaborative working environment

Training and mentoring resources

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.
• Proven experience in project management roles.

Responsibilities

• Quality control for deliverables including design drawings and specifications.
• Train junior engineers in mechanical engineering design.
• Manage multi-discipline design projects.

Skills

Project Management

HVAC Systems Knowledge

Quality Assurance

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)

Master’s Degree

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Base pay range

$145,000.00/hr - $190,000.00/hr

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

The Company

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

Kci Benefits Information

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Our MEP group is growing and we are in need of a senior mechanical engineer who’s primary responsibilities will be quality control / quality assurance of our deliverables which consists mainly of design drawings and specifications but also includes assessments, energy studies, reports, and commissioning reports. In addition to quality control this individual will train junior level engineers in mechanical engineering design and act as project manager for multi-discipline design projects.

Position Requirements

• Training and mentoring junior staff in mechanical engineering process for facility design
• Develop QAQC processes and checklists
• Strong project management skills and controls, act as project manager for multidiscipline projects (mep-fp, struct, arch, civil, etc) both in prime and subconsultant roles
• Demonstrate proficient technical knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Act as technical lead for design of various building types which may include: retail, office, hospitality, multi-family residential, K-12 and higher education, and central plant for new work and renovation projects, both public and private.
• Guide junior engineers and QC their work, while executing higher level HVAC/plumbing design on projects. Perform this for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Assist in workload planning for staff. Proficient in fee, hours, and cost to complete estimates for projects
• Ensure adherence to contracted scope of work as well as applicable codes and design standards.
• Track project budget relative to work percent complete, as well as to the project scope. Identify issues with completing project scope for available budget and/or scope creep.
• Manage project workload and junior staff to be sure project schedules are met.
• Coordinate with other project disciplines e.g., electrical, structural, architectural.
• Develop/edit specifications for projects either on drawings or in Masterspec book format.
• Perform construction bid phase and construction administration services including responding to RFIs, reviewing equipment submittals, executing rough-in and final punch list inspections. For projects where KCI is the prime consultant, candidate may be asked to lead pre-bid and construction progress meetings.
• Act as client point of contact for some projects.
• Develop scope of work and fee for project proposals.
• Perform non-design work such as energy audits and building assessments.
• Advance technical knowledge through continuing education seminars and/or conferences.
• Efficiently use software including Bluebeam, sharepoint, and Microsoft Office products.
• PE is required,
• Proficiency in hvac load calculation reviews (Trace and HAP)
  
  

Qualifications

Education and/or Work Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (AEC Industry)
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring engineering projects.
• Proven experience in project management roles, with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Education And/or Work Experience Preferred

• Master’s Degree
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, And/or Registrations Required

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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