Mechanical Engineer - Plumbing

HED is an inclusive architecture and engineering practice that values creativity and collaboration. The Mechanical Engineer - Plumbing will perform mechanical engineering tasks with minimal supervision, supporting project delivery from concept through construction while mentoring junior staff and contributing to design development.

Responsibilities:

• Lead design development and calculations for assigned mechanical systems across schematic, design development, and construction document phases
• Independently perform mechanical design tasks – such as load calculations, equipment sizing, controls sequences and diagrams, and code compliance checks - with minimal input
• Prepare technical documentation for mechanical systems, including system descriptions and narratives, Division 21, 22 & 23 specifications, equipment schedules, and redline markups
• Develop and review mechanical system layouts in Revit – including HVAC, plumbing and/or fire protection - in coordination with architectural and structural backgrounds
• Coordinate mechanical design with internal disciplines and external consultants to resolve design conflicts and progress design
• Review and respond to mechanical RFIs and submittals with support from engineers
• Perform field verification for mechanical conditions, assist with punch walks, and participate in mechanical construction observation visits
• Participate in early-phase design strategy discussions and support mechanical discipline leads with technical insight
• Engage in internal QAQC processes and perform peer reviews of mechanical drawings and documentation for code compliance and drafting consistency
• Begin mentoring mechanical designers and interns in software use, modeling best practices, documentation standards, and calculation basics
• Participate in internal and external project meetings, and support the preparation of agendas, meeting minutes, and follow-up documentation with a focus on mechanical scope
• Track and manage hours on assigned work and assist in project planning discussions regarding scope and resource allocation

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or equivalent, required
• P.E. licensure required
• Written and verbal communication skills commensurate with the position required
• Strong organizational skills required
• Revit experience required
• Experience with computers, specifically for word processing, spreadsheet use/creation and email required
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, flexible and curious personalities required
• Ability to work well with others under deadline situations required
• 5+ years in the AEC Industry preferred
• An understanding of the financial status of projects as they progress, development of cost budgets for projects, value of client relationships and be able to deliver projects with a focus on the quality is preferred