Mechanical Engineer I

Mechanical Engineer I

We are currently seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer I for our client, a multidisciplinary engineering firm specializing in MEP, structural, industrial, and project management services. This opportunity is available in Pittsfield, Massachusetts; Shelton, Connecticut; or Troy, New York. The firm supports a diverse range of commercial, institutional, manufacturing, and government projects. The Mechanical Engineer I performs moderate engineering tasks assigned and monitored by an immediate supervisor and applies technical knowledge to produce high-quality, timely work.

Job Duties

• Understands moderate engineering principles, material properties, and other applicable engineering concepts.
• Develops knowledge of applicable codes, safety requirements, and other standards.
• Under the supervision of a licensed professional, performs design calculations for small projects or a detailed segment of a larger project.
• Prepare technical reports for review and approval to help establish project design criteria.
• Maintains familiarity with relevant design and analytical software.
• Coordinates work with multidisciplinary teams.
• Communicates technical concepts verbally and in writing.

Project Management

• Understands the scope of services outlined in project contracts and identifies when client requests are outside of scope.
• Monitors project deadlines as they relate to assigned deliverables.
• Asks thoughtful, relevant, and open-ended questions to better understand client needs and actively listens to develop rapport.
• Visits project sites and attend meetings with clients, architects, and engineers.
• Prepare status updates on assigned tasks.

Business Development

• Connect locally with relevant networks to build professional relationships.
• Participates in the bidding process as needed and requested by senior staff.

Leadership / Management

• Develops an understanding of how individual work impacts the larger goals and strategic initiatives of the firm.

Financial Acumen

• Understands accurate timekeeping and its importance to project performance and budgets, and alerts management if a deadline may be missed.
• Understands the amount of time available to complete each project.

Client Service

• Communicate professionally and promptly with colleagues.
• Develops a balance of self-confidence and humility, cultivating trust through active listening and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Engineer in Training preferred
• Ability to use engineering software, Revit, and Microsoft Suite products.

Work Environment & Travel

• Normal office environment with moderate noise levels; occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.; regular walking, sitting, bending, twisting, standing, and reaching.
• Ability to perform consistent work on a PC.
• Travel may be required.

Annual Salary Range:

$75,000 - $80,000 with a benefit packet and 401K

Garnet River® is a full-service information technology company that customizes solutions for its clients. We solve challenges through staff augmentation, project-based teams and technical solutions. Our staffing division works as a recruiting arm for companies in the region and across the country. Clients turn to us to help them find professional talent.

Garnet River LLC is an Equal Employment opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V)