Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)

CRB's over 1,100 expert professionals drive innovative, life‑changing and life‑saving solutions for manufacturers in the life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our mission, vision, and core values put client satisfaction and employee experience at the center of everything we do. As an AEC Firm we proudly specialize in industries that inherently carry important social responsibility - we recognize our impact and influence in the communities we serve and pursue corporate responsibility through the lens of people, community, and planet. From oncology and rare disorders to COVID-19 or alternative proteins, our design and construction projects are pioneering solutions addressing important issues such as food scarcity and global health. The Mechanical Engineer focuses on the design and engineering of HVAC and mechanical utilities for new buildings, renovations/additions and processes. The individual possesses demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex tasks, establish priorities and direct the work of others. This position is responsible for overseeing the Mechanical discipline scope of work and managing the discipline budget on small to medium projects of intermediate complexity, and coordinating with internal and external architects and engineers, as well as clients, construction managers, subcontractors, vendors and manufacturers. Typical tasks and deliverables include load calculations, utility assessments, energy modeling, design reports, code evaluations, plans, P&IDs, schedules, installation details, equipment and system selection and specification, and coordination with manufacturers and trade partners. Tasks will include utilizing software for building information modeling, computer‑aided drafting and engineering calculations. Project work involves directing design activities for all levels of design such as studies, conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration. Responsibilities Design mechanical systems of intermediate complexity in conformance with code requirements and in coordination with other design disciplines. Manage multiple complex tasks, establish priorities and direct the work of others. The Engineer may work independently or at the direction of the Lead Engineer or Project Manager. Work closely with other architects, engineers and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a coordinated, constructible and complete design. Develop narratives, reports and construction drawing packages and write construction specifications on projects of intermediate complexity with little oversight. Support construction activities such as RFI responses, submittal reviews, punch list development and construction progress reports. Plan and direct work and manage a project mechanical design budget on projects of intermediate complexity. Support proposal development under the supervision of a Lead or Senior Engineer. Identify design requirements, translate those requirements into scope, and document the open issues, project decisions and actions required to consistently advance the design. Identify basic non‑compliant existing conditions during site walks and construction field surveys. Develop basic internal mechanical design and engineering training presentations. Utilize various platforms to execute work, such as Microsoft Office products and available BIM software. Attend professional development activities. Lead quality check efforts for projects of intermediate complexity and drive overall project quality. Provide mentorship to less experienced Mechanical Engineers and/or Designers. Lead systems design programming and master planning on intermediate projects with support from Design Lead or Senior Engineer. May work on one or more projects simultaneously as directed by a Supervisor. Act as the Engineer-of-Record for small to medium projects when acting as Lead Mechanical Engineering Role. Qualifications ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (with a mechanical focus) Minimum of 5 years of experience Professional Engineer registration in good standing Relevant AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) firm experience Intermediate experience with performing engineering calculations, and developing and implementing HVAC, mechanical utility and piping systems designs Preferred Qualifications Life Sciences (Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Laboratory) or Food & Beverage industry experience Intermediate knowledge of GMP manufacturing environments Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Bluebeam Revu LEED, WELL or other sustainable design accredited professional or experience with sustainable design Intermediate experience with using and applying mechanical/plumbing/fire/building codes Intermediate experience with using and applying industry standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, ISPE, FDA, ISO, NFPA, OSHA, etc.) Intermediate experience conducting and leading field surveys of existing conditions and support of field reporting Intermediate experience in plumbing design Basic experience using Revit plugins such as Enscape and Unifi Basic experience building parametric workflows using Dynamo, Grasshopper, and/or Rhino within Revit Proficient with intermediate internal and external cross-discipline project team coordination Proficient with intermediate coordination with construction trade partners, vendors and manufacturers Basic experience with troubleshooting issues with mechanical equipment and system All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening. CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails. CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr CRB