Mechanical Project Engineer - Herndon, VA

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our team in Herndon, VA.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Perform all levels of mechanical (HVAC) design including the development of construction documents.

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments. Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

• Actively market the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
• Serve as a mentor, resource, and trainer for Design Engineers.
• Represent project team in client communications and resolutions.

• Design complex mechanical systems in accordance with current code requirements and sound engineering principles.
• Responsible for more complex tasks and/or designs within project assignments.
• Apply broad knowledge of engineering principles and procedures.
• Oversee designs through project construction/completion.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, project manager, and the client.
• Conduct field observations visits to accurately document the existing field conditions.
• Organize/prioritize multiple tasks to complete the design in a sequential efficient manner.
• Accurately produce the project construction documents to meet milestone schedules within a predetermined hourly budget.
• Assist in developing construction cost estimates for mechanical systems.
• Attend coordination and design meetings, as needed.
• Define and determine project specifications and budget construction cost estimating.
• Address comments from clients, AHJ's & other review authorities; adjust designs accordingly.
• If directed, review all project related construction administrative items (shop drawings, RFI's, change order proposals).
• Work within established project budgets.
• Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of all codes applicable to the discipline.
• Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software.

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or architectural Engineering required.
• Five or more (5+) years of relevant industry‑related experience, in design of commercial, government, academic, R&D, high‑rise multi‑family, industrial and similar projects.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, REVIT, CHVAC/RHVAC, Trane Trace, and/or eQuest modeling software.
• EIT and LEED accreditation strongly preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

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