Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing).

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in HVAC and plumbing. The role involves providing engineering oversight, participating in campus projects, and ensuring compliance with design guidelines and codes.

Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in mechanical design and drafting, proficiency in AutoCAD, and a Bachelor's degree in engineering technology. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on energy-efficient systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical design and drafting experience.
• Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer in New Hampshire or ability to become registered within one year.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical drafting experience using AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering oversight of consultants’ designs and installations.
• Act as liaison between FO&M and various departments for engineering support.
• Provide engineering design and construction administration services.

Skills

Mechanical design

HVAC systems

AutoCAD

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing)

Position Purpose

The Senior Mechanical Engineer participates in all aspects of day-to-day operations of the Dartmouth College engineering office. The engineering office strives to provide high quality engineering services for a wide range of projects and clients, including providing review and technical oversight of projects designed by outside consultants, working with Project Managers on in-house design and renovation projects, working with FO&M shops on system upgrades, improvements and replacements, and assisting with design and analysis of energy efficiency projects. The activities of the Senior Mechanical Engineer may include design reviews, field investigations, existing systems assessment, document/archive search, HVAC and plumbing system design and layout, equipment selection and specification, drafting, code review, calculations including spreadsheet analyses and use of engineering software, writing HVAC control system sequences of operation, construction administration services, and development and continuous improvement of campus Design and Construction Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Owner’s Engineer: Provides mechanical engineering oversight of consultants’ studying, designing, constructing, and commissioning new construction and renovation projects in campus buildings, utility plants, and utility distribution systems. Checks designs and installations for compliance with Dartmouth College design and construction guidelines, energy performance guidelines, and relevant building codes, including ASHRAE, NFPA, IBC, and local regulations and zoning. Activities include attending project meetings, developing consultant scopes of work, conducting design reviews, conducting selected submittal reviews, construction observation, commissioning oversight, and project closeout verification. Percentage Of Time: 65%
• Department Liaison: Acts as liaison between FO&M and various departments requesting engineering support services campus-wide. Works closely with FO&M shops on troubleshooting, providing technical insight, problem solving, and implementing solutions for maintenance and operations related projects. Provides technical oversight of projects to successful completion, and issues work orders as needed to complete various jobs. Percentage Of Time: 10%
• Engineering Design and Construction Administration: Provides engineering design and construction administration services for a variety of small mechanical system renovation/renewal projects in academic, administrative, utility, and residential use facilities. Prepares bid documents including equipment selection, system layout and design, drafting, and specifications. Construction administration services include shop drawing review, attendance at job meetings, clarification of installation details with contractors in the field, review of as‑built documentation and archiving, and conducting field inspections with reports. Percentage Of Time: 10%
• Campus Design and Construction Guidelines: Participates in continuous improvement of campus design and construction guidelines, and high‑performance building design guidelines, for designers and contractors doing work on the campus. Percentage Of Time: 5%

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering technology, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten (10) plus years of mechanical design and drafting with an MEP consulting firm, or the equivalent.
• Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer in New Hampshire, or the ability to become registered in New Hampshire within one (1) year of employment.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical drafting experience using AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with all aspects of HVAC and plumbing design, including load calculations and system sizing, selection and specification of mechanical equipment, field verification, codes and standards, and controls design.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with energy efficient HVAC system design and control strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems associated with the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Detail oriented self‑starter with good interpersonal and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to relate well with a diverse group of constituents and to build strong relationships within and among those groups.
• Strong service orientation and a demonstrated desire to continually improve the service and operations of an organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a college or university environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of the International Building Code and working with authorities having jurisdiction for compliance requirements.
• High level of proficiency with AutoCAD drafting software. Proficiency with 3D drafting software such as Revit.
• Active LEED BD+C AP certification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.