IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
Position: Mechanical Engineer
Salary: $75K - $95K
Mechanical Engineer (ME)
The Position
The Mechanical Engineer for Above Group shall contribute and support HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Process, and Utility Engineering efforts for the firm. The ME shall be a graduated engineer from an ABET accredited institution who shall directly contribute to the Firm and its success through engineering and design efforts. The ME is also responsible for contributing to the growth of the team by leading and mentoring them in expanding their capabilities and contributions. The ME shall execute engineering and design duties as required to ensure quality products.
- The ME is a Mechanical Engineer by education and experience:
- Ability to combine personal judgment with project information and knowledge of codes and standards to implement design criteria.
- Has expertise in fire protection, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing and utility systems. Knowledge and experience with hydronic systems a plus. Priority given to experience with healthcare facilities, and central plant infrastructure (boiler systems, chilled water systems).
- Experience with Carrier HAP, Trane Trace or eQuest. Knowledge of Microsoft Projects, AFT Arrow, Fathom, and Caesar is a plus. Knowledge of AFT Arrow and Fathom and Caesar also a plus.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and as an individual. Communicates well with individuals in the organization.
- Capable of interpreting information set forth in a Scope of Work, Basis of Design, field surveys and code research.
- Project involvement: Engineer of record from concept phase, through construction documents and construction administration.
- Directs and mentors subordinate staff of their responsibilities on a daily basis.
- The ME is a Mechanical Designer:
- Experience with Psychrometric Chart, Ductulator, and Pipe Flow.
- Designs layout of distribution systems and equipment locations in coordination with team members within the discipline, as well as project team members in other disciplines.
- Proficient with design drawing software including Revit and AutoCAD. Proficiency in Creo Parametric is a plus.
- Performs system calculations. Sizes and selects system components.
- Reviews shop drawing submittals, and travels to job sites to perform field verification.
- The ME develops organizational skills including technical writing and time management:
- Uses excellent writing skills to author basis of design (BOD) narratives, design criteria documents, Engineering Reports, and other high quality highly technical written documents as needed.
- Uses excellent writing skills to edit design specifications; respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) incorporating information from project documents, specifications, shop drawings and design criteria; and prepare meeting notes.
- Reads relevant project correspondence and maintains project design files.
Key Characteristics of the Ideal Mechanical Engineer (ME)
- Called - A strong sense of knowing who you are (i.e., gifts, talents, competencies) and how you are to spend your life. We fulfill our calling by being excellent at what God designed us to be and we diligently pursue it.
- Practice Servant Leadership - Leaders at Above Group are called to serve. We realize that effective leadership starts on the inside. We demonstrate that we are willing to do what others are unwilling to do. We will practice a Servant Leadership character that enriches the lives of others.
- A Commitment to Above Group - An understanding of and a commitment to the special purpose, mission, and beliefs of Above Group and will have a value system compatible with our values.
- People Abilities - Deep interest and care for people with an understanding of their primary interests, aims, strengths, and motivations.
- Working with Customers - A demonstrated ability to accomplish results through collaboration with and development of strong relationships with our customers.
- Organizational Skills - An ability to organize his/her own thoughts and work, while continually growing a results-oriented team. Ability to win the confidence of colleagues and office staff that demonstrates a well-functioning department.
- Insight and Strategy - A focused sense of strategy, (i.e., possessing the knowledge and sixth sense for how to implement our mutual goals). The ability to set realistic objectives and achieve them.
- A Sense of Timing - An intuitive sense of timing and appropriateness in relation to people and projects.
- Work Capacity - Sufficient physical and emotional energy to deliver the results necessary to advance our mission.
- Self-Starter - Creates ideas and follow through without prodding. (Balanced with judgment and knowing when and how to ask for assistance and counsel).
- Enthusiasm - A heartfelt passion for the work we do, which displays optimism - but not overselling and overstating.
- Character - A level of impeccable integrity that permeates others.
- Passion - The Above Group Vision will be irresistible to the right person. People skills, organizational and communication abilities must be truly remarkable, this person will be excellent at vision-casting in a manner that inspires others to join with us and develop solid relationships.
Minimum Requirements
The Mechanical Engineer shall meet the following minimum requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years' experience (post degree) working for an MEP Engineering Firm or an AE Firm
- Professional Engineering (PE) License (EIT will be taken into consideration)
- Current/Active NCEES registration in good standing
- Proficient in REVIT
- Desire and ability to work remote. Local candidates will have the option to work in the office or develop a hybrid schedule.
- Excellent Communication skills, both oral and written
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident of the U.S.
