Mechanical Engineer

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** Job Description
** Montgomery College has an immediate need for a full-time
** Mechanical Engineer.
** The typical work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m.– 5:00 p.m. This is a grade 31, non-bargaining, exempt position. The position is located at Central Services, Rockville. Montgomery College promotes and creates a working and learning environment rooted in the basic tenets of fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness.

The Mechanical Engineer, under supervision of the College Architect is responsible for designing and supervising in-house and contracted out construction of heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing and other building systems, and control systems of these systems. The Mechanical Engineer applies technical engineering principles and concepts to a wide range of building mechanical systems.
** Duties include but are not limited to:
*** Meets with users to determine mechanical requirements for each project investigates existing conditions, to include in designs and advises architect of any mechanical problems discovered.
* Designs HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm, and sprinkler systems for new construction and renovation.
* Prepares engineering drawings for both in-house and contracted out construction work.
* Submits for permits with governmental agencies and manages permitting process.
* Collaborates with Procurement Department to prepare bids for contracted out construction work.
* Inspects construction while in process to ensure it is completed in accordance with designs.
* Project manage and oversee outside contractor during construction.
* Provide construction administrative services, such as review and approval of submittals and review of pay applications from contractor.
* Serve as mechanical engineering subject matter expert for the College.
* Provides technical advice on design and construction needs to other college units.
* Reviews all engineering drawings, plans, details and specifications prepared by outside consultants for technical accuracy and coordination.
* Inspects engineering systems in existing facilities.
* Develop capital replacement plans in collaboration with College Architect and Director of Planning, Engineering and Capital Budgets.
* Investigates, identifies and resolves engineering problems associated with Heating, Ventilation, and Air Condition (HVAC), Building Automation System (BAS) controls, plumbing, fire protection.
* Perform other duties as assigned..
** Required qualifications, training, certifications and experience:
*** Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
* Four or more years of progressively responsible experience as a mechanical engineer.
* Knowledge of the principles, concepts and techniques of mechanical and plumbing engineering as applied to the design and construction of building mechanical and plumbing systems.
* Knowledge of energy conservation, sustainable strategies, life cycle cost analysis, and mechanical, plumbing, energy, life safety, and accessibility codes.
* Working knowledge of architecture, construction methodologies, and electrical systems.
* Ability to perform professional engineering work relative to the design and construction of building mechanical systems.
* Ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing and in drawing form.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others encountered in the work, team player.
* Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
* Strong organizational skills.
* The equivalent combination of education, training, certification and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and expertise to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.
* Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.
** Licenses and Certifications
*** Valid driver’s License and evidence of good driving record.
* State of Maryland Professional Engineering (PE) license.
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* Preferred qualifications:

*** LEED Green Associate (GA)
* LEED Accredited…