Sr. Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/Building Systems

Farnsworth Group; St. Louis, Auburn (MO, ME); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer specializing in HVAC and Building Systems to join their collaborative team. This role involves leading multi-project responsibilities for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems in various facilities. With a focus on mentorship and professional growth, you will engage in code research, prepare detailed construction drawings, and ensure project success through effective communication and leadership. Join a company recognized as a Great Place to Work, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on clients and communities, all while enjoying a supportive work-life balance.

Benefits

401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Short & Long-Term Disability

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Professional Development and Training

Mentoring Program

Paid Time Off

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Pet Insurance Plan

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in HVAC and plumbing design for buildings.
• Professional Engineering License (PE) required.
• Experience managing and mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction drawings and specifications for HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Lead projects and interface with clients and contractors.
• Conduct quality control reviews of design work.

Skills

HVAC Design

Plumbing Design

Code Research

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Carrier HAP

Trane Trace

Job description

Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last nine years running. We are a team of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Scientists committed to making meaningful contributions to the world around us. Our quest for excellence goes beyond the ordinary; we seek extraordinary people who want to showcase their talents and join us in making a difference for our clients and communities. You will be part of a collaborative group that champions your career and passions, embraces challenges, understands the importance of work-life balance, and shares our commitment in making a positive impact through your work.

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer of HVAC/Building Systems to be based out of one of our offices in St. Louis, MO, Belleville, IL, or Springfield, IL. In this role, you will assume multi-project responsibilities for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and specialty piping system engineering and design for buildings including healthcare, commercial, industrial, and educational facilities. This role is one that can be entrepreneurial and grow into more responsibility via mentoring from more experienced engineers and is supported by a great team of engineers and drafters. It is client-facing and reports to a senior engineering manager, who will also provide mentoring and training opportunities to help you grow.

Job Activities:

• Prepare accurate HVAC, plumbing, controls, and specialty piping system construction drawings, including specifications.


• Perform construction administration, including submittal reviews and project revisions during construction.


• Prepare preliminary schematics through final designs for projects, including calculations, equipment selection, and layouts.


• Actively engage in and assume responsibility for code research and application.


• Interface with other disciplines, clients, and contractors, leading projects to successful completion


• Provide leadership, mentoring, and coordination of the production staff.


• Assist in maintaining project design budgets and schedules while pursuing quality results.


• Perform quality control reviews of HVAC and plumbing design work done by others.


• Assist in business development activities, including writing fee proposals and conducting project scoping walks with potential clients.

Specific Requirements include:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering


• 10+ years of professional experience in HVAC and plumbing design for buildings.


• A Professional Engineering License (PE) is required.


• Prior management or mentoring of staff required.


• Design experience relative to medium/large commercial and institutional facilities


• Strong familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite


• Experience with Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, or similar


• Strong and communicative team player in a multi-disciplinary environment, able to fully lead projects from start to finish.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• Ability to contribute to several projects simultaneously.

About Farnsworth Group

Farnsworth Group is a 135-year-old engineering, architecture, and surveying firm with over 600 talented professionals across a nationwide network of 24 offices. We champion strong working relationships and have been involved in over 24,000 projects in the last decade alone. Our clients range from rural communities to some of the world's largest brands, with our oldest partnerships dating back nearly 100 years. Our forward-thinking focus on people, passion, and performance has earned us top rankings in Architectural Record and Engineering News Record magazine.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For nine consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the esteemed certification as a Great Place to Work; our employees are the reason why! Annually, our staff engages in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization that delves into employee perceptions about credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. Those results are benchmarked against the nation's leading companies, and only those top performers gain the Great Place to Work certification. The invaluable insights from the survey have played a pivotal role in further shaping our work environment and fostering a culture to make Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Featured benefits and perks include:

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%


• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans


• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts


• Short & Long-Term Disability


• Maternity and Paternity Leave


• Professional Development and Training


• Mentoring Program


• Paid Time Off


• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements


• Pet Insurance Plan


• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are an important aspect in the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the culture and success of the Company.

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us...and let's make a difference, together.

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