Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Company Description

Founded in 1956, KZF Design is a multidisciplinary firm that specializes in thoughtful and award-winning designs. Our team includes architects, engineers, interior designers, and urban planners proficient in both public and private sectors. We have specific expertise in commercial, workplace, education, health and wellness, industrial, government, and justice projects. Based in downtown Cincinnati, KZF Design has a staff of over 75 professionals and has built a reputation on thoughtful, award-winning designs and unparalleled technical proficiency.

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic, multi-disciplined, full-service A/E firm. This role will focus on the design of mechanical systems for buildings, with an emphasis on HVAC systems throughout all project phases—including design, bidding, permitting, and construction. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in building mechanical systems and a desire to contribute meaningfully from conceptual development through final design and owner acceptance.

This position offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with architects, clients, and other engineering disciplines on a wide range of project types.

• Capable and experienced in all areas of Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on buildings and building site mechanical systems
• Experience producing Mechanical & Plumbing design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
• Proficiency in REVIT MEP
• Understanding and experience with design and office related computer software and operating systems
• Experience working with architects, structural engineers, civil engineers, electrical engineers, interior designers, and other technical personnel
• Experience mentoring and supervising mechanical and plumbing engineers, designers and other technical personnel
• Broad knowledge of building mechanical engineering, concept development, and final design including HVAC systems, HVAC controls, plumbing systems, fire protection, piping systems, and mechanical utility systems
• Experience designing building HVAC systems to meet LEED criteria
• Experience using HVAC analysis software;
  Carrier HAP or NIBS Trace 700 preferred
• Experience familiar with building codes
• Knowledgeable in related areas of building design
• Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience managing parallel assignments
• Proactive and assertive in problem solving
• Staff management and client relationship skills
• Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
• Experience providing marketing and project interview support
• Experience working with Federal Government Agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and the US Army Corps of Engineers, a plus
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or Micro Station a plus
• LEED certification (preferred)
• Good written and oral communication skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English
• Ability to be registered in every state - (NCEES preferred)

• Help our clients achieve their goals
• Work with Director, Mechanical Engineers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
• Respond to estimated budget hour requests from Division Managers and Project Managers
• Assist project managers with development of project schedules and budgets
• Provide technical, project management and client management support to projects
• Work directly with the Director and KZF project managers and assume the “day-to-day” responsibility of mechanical engineering design/production for assigned projects
• Work with Project Managers to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
• Prepare Mechanical design and construction documents in REVIT M&P, per applicable standards
• Coordinate with project managers regarding schedule and construction costs for each project scope of work
• Seek advice and counsel from Director of Mechanical Engineering Services as needed
• Interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the Mechanical work
• Prepare mechanical design studies, written design narratives, calculations, and analysis, and direct…