Mechanical Engineer/Designer - MEP

Company Overview Dialectic is a full-service mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) engineering design and consulting firm headquartered in the Crossroads of Kansas City, Missouri. Dialectic has a reputation for delivering inventive, flexible, and sustainable MEP designs for retail, education, restaurant, commercial and entertainment spaces. Our team, ranked as one of Kansas City’s most diverse engineering firms, is as talented as they are diverse and works hard to exceed our clients' expectations. Benefits ESOP Ownership Generous 401K Matching Program with company match and immediate vesting Annual Bonus Plan for all employees Generous low-cost benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, LegalShield, etc. Healthy Lifestyle Reimbursement Program Generous PTO policy Eight (8) paid company holidays Flex work schedule options Amazing office culture and environment with free snacks and drinks Best in class employee referral bonus program Rewards for certifications and exams Company events include annual holiday event and ESOP valuation party, indoor mini golf tournament, annual chili cookoff, mario kart tournament, holiday costume contests, ping pong and more. Pay It Forward Days with volunteering options for charities Outstanding internship program Position Summary The Sr Mechanical Engineer/Designer will ensure accurate technical drawings and process improvement for our MEP engineering firm. The Sr Mechanical Engineer/Designer will act as a technical expert in their discipline, providing guidance and direction, actively leading efforts to grow the department’s technical expertise. This position will perform quality review of work developed by others, present complex technical solutions to clients, and foster client relationships by acting as a point of contact for strategic clients and senior leadership. Key Responsibilities Independently perform all tasks necessary to complete design elements for engineering works. Assess project conditions and requirements against information provided and communicate findings to the client. Review local building code, utility, and landlord information to determine location‑specific design requirements, contact these entities, document findings and present to the client. Coordinate design requirements and decisions with other disciplines, BIM department, and project management. Reference client standards and prototypical designs. Perform mechanical system design analysis and properly select HVAC equipment and complete energy compliance forms. Participate in premieres, project retrospectives and continuous improvement activities. Respond to RFIs and review submittals with oversight from senior design staff. Engage in ongoing learning and professional development to improve technical knowledge. Provide guidance to entry‑level engineers. Requirements Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Mechanical Engineering required; 6+ years of demonstrated experience. Strong REVIT/AutoCAD and office computer proficiency. Strong understanding of local codes and amendments, with ability to interpret and apply the codes toward system design and calculations. Strong familiarity with building structures, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and how they interact. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering plus 8+ years of applicable experience. Professional Engineering (PE) license. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Dialectic, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, Armed Forces Service Medal veteran, or other protected veteran, marital status, familial status, age, handicap or disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dialectic