HVAC/Plumbing Designer

A Facilities Mechanical Engineer position just opened up at JPL/NASA in Pasadena, CA. In this role you will be responsible to design mechanical systems to comply with various project scopes of work in accordance with applicable standards and regulations including the California Mechanical Code.

Location: Pasadena, CA 91109 (In Office)

Position: Facilities Mechanical Engineer

Pay Range: $58 – 90/hr DOE

Duration: 4 months

Schedule: 1st shift, 9/80 (You’ll be working 80 hours over 9 days, instead of the traditional 10; So for example, you may work 9-hour days Monday through Thursday, and on Fridays, you either work an 8-hour day or take regular day off.)

We do offer paid time offs, holidays, 401k, medical, dental, and vision

Job Summary

Facilities Management is responsible for the overall physical development and maintenance of the laboratory. The mission of the department is to provide superior logistics, advanced workplaces, and resilient infrastructure to enable optimal Laboratory operations.

Facilities personnel are responsible for the overall development and maintenance of the JPL physical property which resides on 167 acres, with 2.5 million square feet of offices and laboratories in 128 buildings, housing over 6000 people. The mission of the division is to provide a safe environment that promotes the advancement and transfer of knowledge in support of JPL’s projects and missions.

In this role you will be a member of the Facilities Engineering Section and will report to the Supervisor of the Facilities Engineering and Design Group. This is a TEMPORARY BACKFILL position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design mechanical systems to comply with various project scopes of work in accordance with applicable standards and regulations including the California Mechanical Code.
• Consult with project requesters to determine system requirements and provide requested services while meeting safety, code, and budgetary requirements.
• Conduct building system assessments to evaluate conditions, operations, and maintenance requirements of building mechanical systems.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to operations and maintenance personnel for issues on mechanical systems. Support faculty, consultants, and field personnel, as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation on mechanical system configurations and capacities.
• Partner with internal organizations (safety, environmental, security, acquisitions), facilities construction and maintenance personnel, and other facilities engineering and design team members, on the development and execution of Lab construction projects.
• Verify and ensure that new mechanical building systems are compatible with existing building infrastructure.
• Maintain files/records/operational data related to the assigned contract.
• Prepare activity progress reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• BA degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical degree with typically 9 years related work experience.
• Strong experience in Facilities Design/Construction projects of moderate complexity, demonstrating knowledge of building codes and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with Mechanical Engineering design and development of construction drawings for offices, cleanrooms, and laboratory facilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal, meditating and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work independently when needed.
• Demonstrated understanding of principles of LEED and Building Commissioning.
• Advanced skills in AutoCAD, competence with Bluebeam, and Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, and Project.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MA/MS degree in Mechanical Engineering with 7 years of related experience.
• Professional engineering license or progress toward licensure.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, team working, and project organizational skills.
• Strong skillset in Mechanical Engineering design and development of construction drawings for cleanrooms, and laboratory facilities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD drawing, scheduling, and budgeting.

Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!