Mechanical Engineer - HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection Systems

Mechanical Engineer – HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection Systems

As a Mechanical Engineer on our professional consulting services team, you will independently lead multidisciplinary projects of various complexity as a discipline leader through all phases of the project lifecycle. You are responsible for leading the design of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems on municipal water treatment plants, pumping stations, wastewater treatment plants, hydroelectric power plants, and private industrial water applications across North America.

Every project presents unique challenges and you are a resource for solutions.

• Lead the design of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems from preliminary design through bid and construction phases.
• Develop basis of design reports (BODR) and technical memorandums for small-to‑medium size projects, setting criteria for following design stages.
• Develop design documents including drawings, specifications, and opinion of probable construction costs (OPCC).
• Respond to RFIs, review submittals and shop drawings, and attend construction site visits for design compliance.
• Develop HVAC calculations including building cooling and heating load calculations, air distribution system sizing, and hydronic distribution system sizing.
• Develop Plumbing calculations including domestic water, sanitary waste, and storm water systems sizing.
• Apply design codes and standards based on the project needs.
• Coordinate design with other disciplines throughout the life of a project.
• Mentor engineers in training (EIT) to strengthen their skills and technical abilities.
• Travel to job sites in your state of residence and other states (≈5%).

• In‑depth understanding of HVAC engineering fundamentals such as thermodynamics, refrigeration cycle, and heat transfer.
• Experience in designing HVAC and Plumbing systems;
  Fire Protection design is a plus.
• Strong familiarity with design codes and standards of practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of all phases of project deliverables.
• Ability to lead one or more projects simultaneously.
• Experience with HVAC load calculation software – HAP or Trace.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.

• Experience designing HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems for water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, chemical storage rooms, and hydroelectric power plants.
• Familiarity with NFPA 820 requirements for HVAC systems serving wastewater treatment plants.
• Strong client presentation skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE). NCEES record ready to obtain Professional Engineering licensure.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas – $ – $ Annually
• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – $ – $ Annually
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas – $ – $ Annually

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term…