Job DescriptionAt AFRY our Building Systems Mechanical Engineers are responsible for the HVAC, plumbing and Fire protection design for new facilities as well as existing Mechanical system upgrades. Our engineers design unique and challenging projects and perform investigations to make expert recommendations to clients for various challenges. Activities include site investigations, engineering, and supervising modeling and drawing production. Projects include both front end planning and the detailed engineering phase for multi-discipline projects.
Principle objectiveAs a Building Systems Mechanical Engineer, you will have Engineering responsibilities as part of multi-discipline project teams. As the Building Systems Mechanical Engineer, you will be working with the Senior Engineer and designers in the responsibility of a team approach to developing and designing the building systems portion of projects, make design recommendations and decisions, and the completion and quality of construction drawings, specifications, reports, and other project documentation.
Responsibilities- Perform as the engineer for small and larger projects with little oversight, managing the production effort of staff assigned to the project in terms of quality, budget, and schedule, overseeing the work throughout various project stages - from conceptual, feasibility, and detailed design through construction.
- Assist as required in the preparation of proposals and marketing materials through definition and write-ups of project scope and activities on past projects.
- Establish project scope, Building systems budgets, and design approach.
- Meet with client personnel to assist in preliminary planning and identify design concepts.
- Work with clients and professional counterparts to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, meetings, and/or exceeding client expectations.
- Responsible for the design of Building mechanical systems and components for a variety of industrial facility types; ensuring the designs conform to AFRY quality standards, recognized codes as well as client requirements.
- Duties include Mechanical Building systems engineering, details, analysis and design, and writing technical and study reports.
- Direct participation in planning, designing, or reviewing plans, working closely with Structural, process, electrical, architectural, and civil disciplines to deliver successful projects.
- Leading and mentoring subordinate staff.
- Visits to project sites to develop client relationships, collect design data, and observe construction progress.
- Position requires an in-office presence.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering or mechanical engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Building Mechanical Engineering
- Knowledge with applicable codes and standards in HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (IBC, IMC, IPC, IFC, ASHRAE, ASPE, etc.).
- Familiarity with requirements of facility insurance carrier's requirements (FM Global) would be a major benefit.
- Preferred software knowledge and requirements include Revit, BIM, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills necessary in order to effectively communicate with clients, contractors and employees, virtually and in-person, and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail and self-motivated to be successful.
- Ability to identify and establish work priorities, setting deadlines, while balancing multiple projects.
- Must be adaptable, able to problem solve and work under tight deadlines, and able to learn and apply new technologies with minimal support.
- Ability to maintain and develop relationships with both existing and potential clients and recognize their needs, respond to and build on responsibilities accordingly.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer or the ability to be licensed within one year of employment.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES DESIRED:- Strong Work Ethic
- Analytical Skills
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Judgement
- Teamwork and Cooperation Skills
- Communication
- Desire to Educate/Train
Additional InformationAFRY USA offers you:- Competitive performance-oriented compensation
- Competitive benefits - Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability, accident, critical illness, identity theft protection, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and holidays
- Opportunity to work with recognized global industry leaders within AFRY
- Ability to work with employees from many different cultures and backgrounds
- A firm that believes by working together we can create a new energy era in which the world can become more sustainable
- Various forms of flexibility to help you integrate your life with your professional commitments
- You must have the right to live and work in the United States of America without sponsorship
At AFRY, we believe that having the best people attracts the best projects, and having the best projects attracts the best people. We work in a global environment with a strong focus on the needs of our local clients
As part of your online application process, please provide a CV and covering letter stating why you want to work for AFRY. We only accept online applications.
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