Mechanical Engineer

SR. MECHANICAL ENGINEER

My client is a full service architectural / engineering / construction management firm located near the Herndon / Reston area of VA.  They are looking for a Senior level Mechanical Engineer to be the Discipline Leader of their Mechanical Engineering Department.

The Mechanical department handles HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, generator fuel systems, controls, etc.  Mission critical facilities are their big specialty.  They have projects all throughout the US and currently have one in Guam. 

Discipline Leader - Mechanical 

• Reports to: Director of AE Design 
• Purpose: Manages and supervises the Mechanical Design Department. Responsibilities include HVAC, plumbing, fuel, and fire protection systems. Designs large and complex projects. Coordinates all mechanical, plumbing and fire protection designs with architectural, electrical and structural departments. Supports Project Managers. 
• Duties and Responsibilities: Oversees the mechanical engineering department and provides QA/QC for all mechanical department construction documents.

Additional requirements include:

• Mission critical, telecom or Data Center experience
• Systems include HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and fuel storage & delivery
• QA/QC all mechanical department construction documents
• Respond to code official reviews and comments
• Attend construction meetings, review shop drawings, respond to contractor RFI’s
• Conduct punch list and final inspections
• Develop drawing packages using AutoCAD and REVIT
• Overnight travel for field surveys, inspections, client meetings, etc.
• Proficient with HVAC load calculation software  (Carrier HAP preferred).
• Write/edit/check Masterspec specifications
• Write and edit “sequence of operations” and commissioning scripts for complex systems
• Perform and write feasibility and facility condition reports
• Experience with manufacturer equipment selection programs
• LEED certification is desired 

Skill set:

• Talented construction industry mechanical engineer with strong design background and experienced people manager. 

Education:

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

License:

• PE License with NCEES council record

              Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the commercial construction industry. 

Benefits:

• Employer paid healthcare for entire family
• Employer paid dental
• 3 weeks annual paid vacation to start
• 1 week annual paid sick leave
• 12 paid holidays
• Annual reviews with merit raises based on performance
• Quarterly production bonuses 

Candidate must be a US citizen and have the ability to travel.