Position Title: MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER - HVAC SYSTEMSSalary: Other Forms of Compensation: As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at Quantum North America and throughout the Compass world.
Job SummaryWe're seeking a talented
Mechanical Design Engineer to help create innovative, cost-effective, and energy efficient HVAC systems for client customers. In this role, you'll lead the design and development of systems collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, managing projects from concept through completion, and ensuring deliverables meet budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Proposal Development- Support project teams by identifying sales opportunities, developing proposals, and assisting in closing new contracts.
- Create detailed proposals including material and equipment pricing, vendor/subcontractor quotes, manpower estimates, project phasing, duration, and customer RFP requirements.
General- Participate in meetings, site walks, and calls while maintaining clear communication between Quantum and customers.
- Define project specifications by reviewing existing designs, customer requirements, and performance standards.
- Identify project phases and responsibilities, communicating requirements to contractors for accurate bids. Ensure on-time delivery of design documents, product performance details, and construction feasibility.
- Support overall team success by contributing to project deliverables and problem-solving initiatives.
Design and Procurement- Generate and review engineering documents for completeness, scope compliance, and cost efficiency; analyze cost comparisons and collaborate with construction teams to implement time and cost saving practices.
- Ensure timely, contract compliant delivery of technical data packages; coordinate design completion dates with engineering and assist project managers with delivery.
Construction- Provide technical leadership and training across Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) construction disciplines.
- Participate in construction kick-off meetings and support the project manager in managing design changes and deviations.
- Recommend process improvements to boost efficiency and reduce costs.
- Oversee project planning documents including coordinating procurement of mechanical equipment and technical materials, delivery scheduling, and assisting with technical knowledge, logistics and cost management.
- Monitor project progress to maintain schedule, coordinating activities and resolving issues quickly to keep projects on track.
Project Close Out- Oversees the translation of project "red-line" drawings to as-built construction documents
- Ensure delivery of software backups and/or other digital project media to client
- Complete post-construction site-walk for project completion verification
Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related discipline
- Experience in HVAC engineering field or 6+ years of related project experience
- EIT Certification required; PE license preferred
- Experience with the design and/or build of complex HVAC commercial construction projects.
- Ability to communicate with customers and contacts in a professional manner.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other tools such as Trane Trace, Revit, and AutoCAD
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with valid U.S. passport for access to secure facilities
Apply to Quantum North America today!Quantum North America is a member of Compass Group USA.
Click here to Learn More about the Compass StoryAssociates at Quantum North America are offered many fantastic benefits.- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.For positions in Washington State, Mayland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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