Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)

Company DescriptionCRB'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.Job DescriptionThe 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 Designs mechanical systems of intermediate complexity in conformance with code requirements and in coordination with other design disciplines.Manages multiple complex tasks, establishes priorities and directs the work of others. The Engineer may work independently or at the direction of the Lead Engineer or Project Manager.Works closely with other architects, engineers and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a coordinated, constructible and complete design.Develops narratives, reports and construction drawing packages and writes construction specifications on projects of intermediate complexity and with little oversight.Supports construction activities such as RFI responses, submittal reviews, punch list development and construction progress reports.Plans and directs work and manages a project mechanical design budget on projects of intermediate complexity.Supports proposal development under the supervision of a Lead or Senior Engineer.Identifies design requirements, translates those requirements into scope, and documents the open issues, project decisions and actions required to consistently advance the design.Identifies basic non-compliant existing conditions during site walks and construction field surveys.Develops basic internal mechanical design and engineering training presentations.Utilizes various platforms to execute work, such as Microsoft Office products and available BIM software.Attends professional development activities.Leads quality check efforts for projects of intermediate complexity and drives overall project quality.Provides mentorship to less experienced Mechanical Engineers and/or Designers.Leads 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.Acts as the Engineer-of-Record for small to medium projects when acting as Lead Mechanical Engineering RoleQualificationsABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (with a mechanical focus)Minimum of 5 years of experienceProfessional Engineer registration in good standingRelevant AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) firm experienceIntermediate experience with performing engineering calculations, and developing and implementing HVAC, mechanical utility and piping systems designsPreferred QualificationsLife Sciences (Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Laboratory) or Food & Beverage industry experienceIntermediate knowledge of GMP manufacturing environmentsProficiency in Revit and AutoCADProficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Bluebeam RevuLEED, WELL or other sustainable design accredited professional or, experience with sustainable designIntermediate experience with using and applying mechanical/plumbing/fire/building codesIntermediate 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 reportingIntermediate experience in plumbing designBasic experience using Revit plugins such as Enscape and UnifiBasic experience building parametric workflows using Dynamo, Grasshopper, and/or Rhino within RevitProficient with intermediate internal and external cross-discipline project team coordinationProficient with intermediate coordination with construction trade partners, vendors and manufacturersBasic experience with troubleshooting issues with mechanical equipment and systemAdditional InformationAll 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.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: DesignExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Design