Essential Job Functions
- Perform all aspects of mechanical engineering as it relates to individually assigned projects. Mechanical System designs to include:
- HVAC – Split system/Package Heat Pumps, Chilled Water/Hot Water Hydronics, Stem/Condensate, Constant volume and variable volume air distribution systems.
- Plumbing – Medical gas systems, Hot and cold water/waste and vent systems, Compressed air systems.
- Fire Protection – Performance drawings and specification for wet pipe and dry pipe systems.
- Perform appropriate fieldwork to determine a design direction which may include making educated decisions on system upgrades.
- Capable of working independently to design multiple systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection) of highly complex projects.
- Understands and implements cross-discipline coordination.
- Plan & design mechanical systems for complex projects of various types including; institutional facilities, commercial buildings, medical complexes, educational facilities, laboratories, and government facilities including Construction Administration.
- Performs self QC on work and plans for/seeks appropriate peer review of work.
- Requires limited mentoring on complex system designs.
- Works independently in a team environment to complete project from start to finish with little to no input from Supervisor.
Education
- BS or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or an Architectural Engineering Degree with an emphasis in Mechanical Engineering
- 5+ years related experience in Consulting Engineering
- Certifications/Registrations
- PE, registered in South Carolina
Machine/Equipment/Computer Requirements
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Knowledge of Business Operation Systems
- AutoCAD (most recent edition)
- Revit (most recent edition)
- HVAC Load Analysis Program (HAP or TRACE)
Note - healthcare / hospital experience highly preferred.