Overview

Our Engineering client in Norfolk, VA specializing in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing consulting engineering, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team. This is an established organization that has provided engineering services in the mid-Atlantiic area, and throughout the country and world for over 60 years. They provide service to a multitude of industries such as architectual, construction, local & federal governement as well as healthcare clients. 

Responsibilities

 Roles and Responsibilities:

• Design HVAC systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.
• Calculate heating and cooling loads for buildings to ensure proper system sizing.
• Select and specify HVAC equipment such as air handlers, chillers, boilers, pumps, fans, and ductwork.
• Develop HVAC system schematics and layouts using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Create and reviewing HVAC system specifications, drawings, and submittals.
• Perform energy analyses and making recommendations for energy-efficient HVAC systems.
• Conduct field inspections to verify installation compliance with design plans and specifications.
• Manage and complete multiple tasks in a timely, cost-effective manner
• Technical coordination and communication within the department, as well as between other departments, Project Managers, and leadership
• Oversee the technical accuracy of the work product by defining and implementing the design concept, leading the development, actively reviewing work products for accuracy and completeness during design, and taking responsibility for overall quality of design and construction documents
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies, trends, and developments in the field of mechanical engineering
• Interface with vendors to accomplish equipment sizing, hydronic piping system design and selection of mechanical equipment
• Perform site observations, studies, and write technical reports
• Review, edit, and develop project specifications specific to their discipline
• Attend and participate in Local, Regional and National Organizations that are involved in the development of the profession or the regulatory guidelines that form the framework of the practice

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance (negotiable)
• Vision insurance

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5 Years of HVAC Design Experience
• Excellent verbal, written, computer, technical data, spreadsheet, and presentation communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2022

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience in HVAC design projects in the commercial, healthcare, state, local, and federal sectors
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate
• LEED, Green Globes, CPD, CEM or other industry credentials
• Proficiency in the following computer applications:
• Autodesk Revit
• Trane Trace 3D Plus
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)