Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

The Mechanical Engineer designs and integrates mechanical systems within complex building projects, serving as a technical advisor to clients and supporting the full project lifecycle from design through construction administration and commissioning. This role combines hands-on mechanical engineering, cross-disciplinary coordination with electrical and plumbing teams, and active participation in business development, while mentoring junior engineers and upholding high QA/QC standards in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design mechanical systems with a focus on power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, low-voltage data systems, and lighting systems as part of comprehensive MEP projects.
• Perform a full range of mechanical engineering duties, including analysis, design, documentation, and coordination for building systems.
• Act as a technical advisor in client meetings, clearly defining project scope, deliverables, and expectations, and providing expert guidance on mechanical and MEP solutions.
• Oversee construction administration and commissioning activities to ensure mechanical systems are installed and perform according to design intent and industry standards.
• Write detailed observation reports based on site visits and construction reviews, documenting findings, issues, and recommendations.
• Review contractors' pay applications for accuracy and alignment with project progress and contractual requirements.
• Support proposals and business development efforts by contributing technical content, project approaches, and engineering insights.
• Coordinate closely with electrical and plumbing teams to integrate mechanical systems into the overall MEP design, ensuring seamless system interaction and project efficiency.
• Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, reviewing their work, and supporting their professional development.
• Maintain rigorous QA/QC standards across all mechanical engineering deliverables, including drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, balancing priorities, schedules, and resources while maintaining high-quality outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and contractors to resolve issues and keep projects on track.
• Travel as needed (approximately 10–20%) for client meetings, site visits, construction reviews, and commissioning activities.

Essential

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Kentucky.
• At least 5 years of experience working in a consulting firm environment.
• Strong mechanical engineering experience with experience in building systems design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for mechanical and MEP design and documentation.
• Experience working in or with consulting firms on multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Ability to act as a technical advisor in client meetings and clearly define project scope and deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for interaction with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to travel approximately 10–20% for project-related needs.
• Commitment to maintaining high QA/QC standards in engineering deliverables.

Additional Skills &

Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license with experience practicing as a mechanical engineer.
• Experience using BIM tools and workflows in conjunction with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Prior experience in a small or mid-sized consulting environment with exposure to large, complex projects.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and support their technical and professional growth.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in writing observation reports and reviewing contractors' pay applications.
• Experience with construction administration and commissioning for mechanical and MEP systems.
• Membership in professional organizations such as IEEE or similar engineering affiliations is supported.
• Interest in contributing to proposals and business development activities within an engineering firm.

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