Senior Professional, Mechanical Engineering

WSP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Atlanta is seeking a mechanical engineer with a Bachelor's degree and 5 to 7 years of relevant experience. This role includes designing mechanical systems, preparing technical deliverables, and collaborating with clients and team members. Ideal candidates must possess strong organizational and analytical skills, as well as proficiency in MS Office. The firm values teamwork and offers opportunities for professional development and certifications.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering and prior buildings mechanical design experience.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Comprehensive knowledge of code compliance requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare deliverables including calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Design mechanical systems and select mechanical equipment.
• Attend client meetings and assist in business development.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Influencing skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Project Resource Management software

Job description

This Opportunity

Provides technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, design, development, building, testing, and inspecting of mechanical systems on infrastructure, building, and construction projects in the public and private sector. Responsibilities include the research, design, concept development, planning, installation, operation, maintenance, and optimal integration of automatic temperature control, air distribution, hydronic, and plumbing systems, equipment and processes. Substantiates reports and documentation regarding installation, construction, and operation specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Prepare basic deliverables and products including calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Set deadlines and assigns responsibilities
• Examine field conditions as required to support development and completion of projects
• Design mechanical systems including calculations of heating and cooling loads while adhering to the firm’s QA/QC process
• Select and layout mechanical equipment such as pumps, chiller, fans and boilers
• Develop project specifications
• Attend meetings with architects, owners and building managers to discuss future and or current projects
• Responsible for meeting the client’s project goals and objectives
• Assist in business development by pursuing new work including participation in client presentations
• Assist in the firm’s human resource efforts through training and mentoring junior firm members
• Enhances the firm’s reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing internal and external client requests
• Demonstrates core values and serves as a role model/mentor to all firm members
• Updates job knowledge and technical expertise by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, participating in technical organizations and obtaining certifications in area of expertise and participating in the firm’s Technical Committee as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• BBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience in engineering and prior buildings mechanical design experience.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards
• Strong organizational, prioritization, decision making and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong influencing and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment
• Ability to consistently set goals and meet deadlines and adapt to flexible responsibilities
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Experience with Horizon or Project Resource Management software is preferred
• Ability to meet and exceed client expectations

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
• Experience managing small to mid-size projects.
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.