What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Mechanical Engineer (AEC Industry) position at KLH Engineers?
I. Summary
Lead Mechanical Engineers are responsible for the development of air distribution systems, single line control diagrams, load studies and analysis as well as equipment selection. Responsibilities include assisting with planning, conducting and evaluating approaches to meet project objectives in a timely, cost-effective fashion.
II. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Core Function
Demonstrate acceptance of responsibility; show pride in work performed; demonstrate flexibility in acceptance of assignments and schedules; maintain professional behavior and appearance; exhibit dependability.
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
There may be direct supervisory responsibilities associated with this position. Studio directors may assign mechanical engineers, designers or mechanical co-ops to be under lead engineer’s supervision.
IV. Qualifications
Education
KLH supports a flexible work environment and recognizes that effective work can be accomplished in a variety of settings. Work location expectations are determined by the roles and responsibilities of each position and the needs of our clients and project teams. Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be considered based on role requirements, performance expectations, and business needs.
About KLH Engineers
Founded in 1955 and nationally ranked among the top engineering firms, KLH Engineers is redefining excellence in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology design. We serve civic, education, healthcare, hospitality, lifestyle, industrial, retail, and workplace markets with a commitment to innovation, transparency, and bold leadership. At KLH, we invite every voice to shape the future, embrace challenges as opportunities, and deliver solutions that matter.
Lead Mechanical Engineers are responsible for the development of air distribution systems, single line control diagrams, load studies and analysis as well as equipment selection. Responsibilities include assisting with planning, conducting and evaluating approaches to meet project objectives in a timely, cost-effective fashion.
II. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Core Function
- Perform engineering tasks and work with engineers to produce projects in design.
- Review mechanical designs per QC/QA standards.
- Assist Construction Administration representatives in reviewing submittals and answering questions from projects in the field.
- Working knowledge of miscellaneous office equipment technology such as phones, copiers, plotters, scanners and computers.
- Willingness to accept responsibility and accountability.
- On time and dependable.
- Keep accurate records of billable time and submits timesheets on time.
- Completes tasks thoroughly and on time.
- Able to delegate information to mechanical designers and co-ops when needed.
- Understand and follows company structure.
- Understands and follows department standards and procedures.
- Understand floor plans, sections, details and complex architectural concepts.
- Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners.
- Proactively communicates any concerns, problems or technical decisions that impact the project.
- Offer solutions and value engineering where required.
- Preparation and modification of mechanical engineering drawings using computer-aided drafting and design systems such as AutoCad of Revit.
- Participate in company technical training to gain understanding of process and knowledge of field.
- Collaboration on projects to develop a plan for actions required to meet deadlines.
- Typical systems designed at this level are all types of air-side equipment, variable and constant volume air distribution including ductwork routing and sizing and air device selection and sizing.
- Typical systems designed at this level are packaged and terminal equipment sections and air distribution including ductwork routing and sizing and air device selection and sizing.
- Understands and can apply hydronic piping engineering principals and systems including condenser water, geothermal, chilled water, hot water and steam.
- Understands complex mechanical engineering principals used in design.
- Has a good understanding of hydronic systems and plants.
- Understands and can apply design principals of hydronic systems and plants.
- Creates and understands all aspects of a single line diagram.
- Develop engineering sketches or schematics, layouts, details and/or drawings.
- Perform advanced HVAC calculations such as external static pressure, system and zone heat losses and gains and ventilation calculations for complicated systems.
- Understands and can proficiently reference and apply applicable building codes.
- Ability to perform complex energy models and interpret model results.
- Research and prepare reports for feasibility studies, life cycle cost analysis and other similar reports.
- Performs and demonstrates HVAC energy compliance using ComCheck, Title 24, FlaCom and other energy compliance software and provides supporting documentation.
- Able to edit Mechanical specifications.
- Perform opinion of costs.
- Perform detailed mechanical surveys.
- Ability to troubleshoot air side issues.
- Create trainings to teach others advanced tasks within the department.
Demonstrate acceptance of responsibility; show pride in work performed; demonstrate flexibility in acceptance of assignments and schedules; maintain professional behavior and appearance; exhibit dependability.
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
There may be direct supervisory responsibilities associated with this position. Studio directors may assign mechanical engineers, designers or mechanical co-ops to be under lead engineer’s supervision.
IV. Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.S) from a four-year university or equivalent experience is required.
- Professional Engineering license preferred.
- LEED AP is preferred.
- 5 years working in an MEP engineering consulting firm on multiple building types.
- Plumbing design and engineering is a plus.
- Verbal – Convey easily and quickly any message; Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens attentively and seeks clarification; Maintain professional nonverbal communication analogous to situation.
- Written - Writes clearly and informatively with a high level of sophistication; Presents numerical data effectively.
- Basic computing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and Access. Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit
KLH supports a flexible work environment and recognizes that effective work can be accomplished in a variety of settings. Work location expectations are determined by the roles and responsibilities of each position and the needs of our clients and project teams. Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be considered based on role requirements, performance expectations, and business needs.
About KLH Engineers
Founded in 1955 and nationally ranked among the top engineering firms, KLH Engineers is redefining excellence in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology design. We serve civic, education, healthcare, hospitality, lifestyle, industrial, retail, and workplace markets with a commitment to innovation, transparency, and bold leadership. At KLH, we invite every voice to shape the future, embrace challenges as opportunities, and deliver solutions that matter.