Mechanical Engineer
ACI Mechanical
About us: ACI Mechanical is a full-service, merit-shop, design-build commercial and industrial mechanical contractor. Our company was founded in 1945 with a solid commitment to customer service that still exists today. The ACI Team comprises of engineers, project managers, skilled welders, pipe fitters, sheet metal mechanics, service technicians, and support staff who are all dedicated to serving our clients. Job Summary: ACI Mechanical is seeking an experienced mechanical or process engineer passionate about the design of plumbing, piping, and HVAC systems for commercial and industrial buildings. This role involves overseeing projects from the initial concept through installation, testing, and commissioning all systems within industry standards. Duties:
May be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibrations, loud noises, and more within OSHA standards when visited the jobsite. Employees may be exposed to outdoor conditions that include inclement weather such as heat, humidity, cold, wind, and dust. May be expected to carry up to 30 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, stand for long periods of time, walk for moderate-to-long distances on varying surface conditions, climb, crawl, crouch, reach, grip, push, and pull without issue. ACI Mechanical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ACI Mechanical is a drug-free workplace, and employment is contingent on the successful passing of a drug test.
- Manage the full-cycle design and layout of piping, plumbing, and HVAC systems
- Solid understanding of piping systems include process liquids, steam and condensate, compressed air, chilled and heating water, plumbing systems, waste and vent, storm water, and more. In addition, solid understanding of HVAC equipment selection, duct design, DX piping design, and hydronics
- Conduct project building and energy code compliance analysis, heat load, and pressure drop calculations
- Develop project specifications and select all related equipment such as boilers, chillers, heat exchangers, valves, instrumentation, and other compatible materials
- Communicate with vendors for accurate component selection and pricing when necessary
- Create detailed drawings, technical specifications, and cost-effective proposals
- Perform field surveys and construction site visits to ensure installation complies with drawings
- Attend design meetings with clients and partners, along with pre-construction and post-construction meetings
- Manage multiple projects varying in scope, simultaneously
- Share information with Project Management, Procurement, and all other trade disciplines
- Construct small-scale project cost estimates as necessary
- Display proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Approximately 4 or more years' experience in construction engineering or other related fields
- Professional Engineering license preferred, but not required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, construction, or other related engineering fields
- Duct and piping fabrication/installation experience is preferred, not required
- Driving record meets company requirements
- Successful passing of pre-employment drug screening required
- Paid time off, including paid holidays
- Company 401K plan with a company match
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, life, and identity insurance
- Company-paid employee assistance program (EAP)
- Medical and dependent care flex benefits plans
- Safety boot reimbursement
May be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibrations, loud noises, and more within OSHA standards when visited the jobsite. Employees may be exposed to outdoor conditions that include inclement weather such as heat, humidity, cold, wind, and dust. May be expected to carry up to 30 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, stand for long periods of time, walk for moderate-to-long distances on varying surface conditions, climb, crawl, crouch, reach, grip, push, and pull without issue. ACI Mechanical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ACI Mechanical is a drug-free workplace, and employment is contingent on the successful passing of a drug test.
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