Principal Mechanical Engineer

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will provide the necessary technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to the mechanical staff in your operating groups. You will ensure total quality of all engineering efforts and assist in appropriate fee development. You will assist the San Antonio Architectural Manager in meeting project delivery goals, manage project manhour efforts and client expectations. You may serve as the Project Engineer when dictated by the project size, complexity or client request.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs complex engineering tasks and particularly important engineering work efficiently and accurately. Provides design of complex HVAC systems for hospitals, laboratories and other special ventilation and air conditioning projects for data centers, clean rooms, government and commercial buildings. Prepares engineering computations, material quantity takeoffs, estimates, surveys, and designs as needed for HVAC system documentation. Working knowledge of HVAC cooling-heating load analysis software is required. Familiarity with Trane Load Design and Trane Trace is not required but recommended. Must be familiar with the IMC – International Mechanical Code as well as Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) Familiarity with LEED requirements with a LEED BC&D certification is desired. Working knowledge of ASHRAE 90.1, 62.1, 55, ASHRAE 170 AND SMACNA 006-2006 is desired. Perform industry-standard (ASHRAE or equivalent) energy audits. This will require working independently to develop action plans prior to executing energy audits, properly organizing information gathered, and identification of recommendations. Perform industry-standard energy calculations (such as weather-based BIN calculations and trends analysis). Assist or perform existing building commissioning. Understanding of industry standard commissioning procedures or techniques is preferred. Familiarity with eQuest/DOE-2 and Building Life Cycle Cost (BLCC) software is desired. Read and write sequences of operations, as well as analyzing drawings and specifications to determine facility operational characteristics. Analyze data and building management system programming for performance and energy savings improvements. Provides technical guidance to CAD Designer/Drafters, Designers, and lower-level Engineers working on the same project. May be required to provide the seal and signature of the professional engineer, as appropriate, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and ordinances. May act in an advisory capacity to senior management personnel on engineering related matters. Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

4-year degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) and 10-15 years of related work experience. Professional Engineer registration required. 2+ years of experience in energy efficiency engineering with buildings or industrial applications Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification is desired but not required

SKILS/COMPETENCIES

Proficiency in utilizing CAD and Microsoft Office software packages associated with engineering is required. Security Clearance Requirement: None This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next! Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to