Mechanical Designer

Role Overview:
Qualified applicants should possess a basic understanding of buildings engineering and industry experience to consistently produce project deliverables that meet project requirements and client expectations. Work consists of entry level to mid-level design engineering tasks for the built environment including the design of all aspects of HVAC and plumbing systems supporting healthcare, education, aviation, and commercial vertical markets utilizing AutoCAD and Revit software platforms to produce design engineering drawings.

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Designer:

• Work collaboratively with diverse project teams and provide interdisciplinary collaboration across AE design stakeholders.
• Support and manage project expectations including project milestone delivery, design coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Provide mechanical and plumbing design through the stages of concept design to construction documentation.
• Perform construction administration services including contractor support of RFIs, submittal approvals and occasional site visits / punch walks.
• Perform calculations to support design decision-making as it pertains to code requirements and recognized guidelines.
• Create, draft and model design markups, schedules, site plans, specifications, details and diagrams in 3D and 2D modeling software.

Demonstrated Capabilities

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, ability to work in a highly collaborative professional environment. Ability to proactively engage in creative and critical thinking.
• Understanding of electrical engineering concepts and the ability to effectively communicate ideas to both technical and non-technical project team members, using a variety of methods including email, phone calls, and virtual meetings.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards including NFPA 99, IFC/IBC, Washington State eattle Energy Codes, and FGI Guidelines.
• Understanding of Revit and AutoCAD, and the use of the software as a drafting and design tool.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SKM Power.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• 3+ years of work experience. Prior experience in MEP consulting engineering field preferred. Experience in healthcare, commercial, aviation, civic, and higher education markets is a plus.
• Experience with 3D modeling software including Revit and AutoCAD MEP.
• Typical business hours are between 7 AM and 5 PM. At times, work hours will require off-hours work outside of normal business hours and may include work on Saturday and Sunday to meet project deadlines and support project requirements for clients with 24×7 business operations (typically less than 10% of the time).
• Travel required within the Continental U.S., Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada. Typically, 5% of the time.
• Hybrid office (3-days minimum)/work-from home environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for extended periods of time while performing technical calculations and developing mechanical drawings/models. Initial 6-month period from hire date will be Full Time in-office (5-days per week).
• Field work which may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather and include transport and handling of sensitive electronic equipment of up to 30 pounds.
• Physical attendance to perform field investigation, attend in-person design meetings at client/architect locations.

EBD Services offers a competitive benefits package including the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision plan. 100% of premiums paid by the Company for employee, spouse/partner, and their dependents.
• 401(k) plan including safe harbor company funding of up to 4% of employee base salary.
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Ten (1) paid holidays in each calendar year.
• Paid Vacation/Sick Leave of up to 25 days per year
• Eligible for paid leave in accordance with the State of Washington FMLA requirements.

EBD Services provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment.

EBD Services complies with all local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

* Final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Certain roles at EBD Services are bonus eligible.