Mechanical (HVAC) Engineering

Mechanical EngineerThe Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial, or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes.Review and/or establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with Project Manager and/or clientProper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner's representativePrepare feasibility studies and project cost estimatesMaintain working knowledge of latest building and codes used in the industryFormulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protectionPerform and/or review calculations and building energy models; formulate design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protectionCreate engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) and/or Bentley CAD software (2D and 3D applications) or manually with support from more junior staffEdit or draft project specificationsConduct field measuring and checking at the construction siteReview drawings for omissions, errors, interferences, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codesReview product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification complianceMaintain organized project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specificationsDevelop and mentor less experienced staffPerform related duties as assignedEmployment Qualifications:Education:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field requiredProfessional RegistrationLEED accredited professional preferredExperience:5+ years of related experience in mechanical engineering (HVAC/building systems)Skills/Competencies:Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, Trane Trace 700 or other building energy calculation software, and BluebeamKnowledge in ProjectWise BIM360 and Carrier HAP a bonusExcellent written and verbal communicationStrong attention to detailGhafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work, Crain's Cool Place to Work, and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects.Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari's global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities.