Senior Mechanical Engineer

EXP; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Raleigh, North Carolina is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and oversee mechanical systems for various projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience in Life Sciences and Pharmaceutical systems, along with a degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering. Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD is essential, as well as excellent problem-solving and communication skills. The role requires the ability to collaborate with senior staff and coordinate with diverse engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience in design of Life Sciences and Critical Facilities.
• PE license or EIT preferred.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical and HVAC systems for various projects.
• Prepare mechanical and HVAC layout plans.
• Perform cooling and heating load calculations.
• Coordinate with other disciplines on projects.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Revit proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering

BS Architectural Engineering

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Raleigh, North Carolina

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer/Designer to work in a flexible role that includes engineering, design and specification of building mechanical and HVAC systems for Life Sciences, Research and Development, Pharmaceutical, and Critical Facilities Projects. Work will be performed under supervision of senior staff.

Are you ready to design your future?

Responsibilities

• Excellent communication, problem solving and analytical skills are required. Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in support of multiple projects is essential.
• REVIT and AutoCAD proficient with working drawings.
• Prepare floor plans showing mechanical and HVAC duct, piping, device layouts, equipment, etc.
• Perform cooling and heating load calculations.
• Prepare one-line diagrams for supply air, exhaust air, return air, chilled water, heating hot water, office zones, laboratory, zones, etc. with limited input from senior staff.
• Write studies and reports for systems on projects.
• Understand sequences of operations for AHU’s, CHW and HHW systems.
• Understand and applies concepts of CHW, HHW, variable & constant flow systems.
• Air side systems- CV, VAV, coil selection, fan selection.
• Hydronic Systems - hot, chilled, condenser, steam.
• Thorough understanding of psychometrics and be able to apply to every project.
• Advanced equipment selection and analysis – chillers, boilers, air terminals, cooling towers, air valves, hepa filters, DX equipment, and water source heat pumps.
• Thorough understanding of humid climate design risks.
• Thorough understanding of total energy concepts.
• Mechanical specifications with limited input from senior staff.
• Layout instrumentation and controls devices on floor plans with limited input from senior staff.
• Develop shaft, chase, and equipment room sizes during SD and DD phases.
• Edit specifications to reflect project requirements.
• Select and schedule equipment with limited oversight from senior staff.
• Meet with vendors to determine specification requirements for application.
• Performs field verification and take-offs of existing systems for renovation projects.
• Coordinates with other disciplines (MEPFP, Architectural, Structural, Process, etc.)
• Maintains the engineering book for the project.
• Respond to RFI’s for the project, and accurately review submittal with limited input from senior staff.
• Solve installation problems with mechanical and HVAC systems, travel to site to resolve issues.
• Apply risk management procedures to minimize exp’s and client’s exposure to problems.
• Understand work planning and manage design process to available hours in the work plan.
• Understand proper scope of SD, DD, CD and LOD 100, 200 and 300 level documents – and deliver appropriate documentation.
• Work with senior engineers, PM and client to meet scheduled milestones on multiple projects.
• Manage and deliver revisions and sketches.
• Edit and develop scope of work narratives (Basis of Design, etc.)
• Meet with contractors during the bid phase to review construction details.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience in related design of Life Sciences, Research and Development, Pharmaceutical, and Critical Facilities systems and building projects.
• Engineering Degree (BS Mechanical, BS Architectural Engineering, or equivalent) from an accredited school.
• PE license or EIT preferred
• Ability to travel

EXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Sex, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations based on your needs.