Senior​/Principal Mechanical Design Engineer- Facilities, Hybrid

About Sandia:

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting‑edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
• Extraordinary co‑workers
• Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten‑hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part‑time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World‑changing technologies. Life‑changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

* These benefits vary by job classification.

What Your Job Will Be Like:

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking to hire a highly motivated Facilities Mechanical Engineer (HVAC Design) to support mechanical design & engineering capabilities for its existing portfolio of facilities and structures. The successful candidate will join and collaborate with a dynamic group of in‑house architects, electrical engineers, structural engineers, interior designers and other mechanical engineers in the development, design, and construction of buildings and infrastructure projects to provide full‑service in‑house design services at Sandia National Labs in New Mexico.

• Partner with other Mechanical Engineers to analyze existing and/or design new or modify existing HVAC and plumbing systems including building control systems.
• Assist with analyzing existing and/or the design of plumbing systems and boiler/ chiller systems.
• Conduct fluid flow as well as heat transfer calculations.
• Advise on the repair of mechanical systems.
• Develop scope of work, design fee proposals and design schedules for projects Act as a design lead to facilitate project coordination and deliverables.
• Create, update, and implement technical system specifications for the design of mechanical systems.
• Perform computerized modeling of mechanical systems.
• Assess condition of existing mechanical building systems, equipment and site infrastructure and make recommendations for improvements.
• Design new and innovative techniques and equipment to improve operations and save energy.
• Conduct code compliance assessments and develop solutions..
• Partner with other team members to develop project plans that integrate architectural, structural, civil, and electrical subject areas.

The selected applicant will be eligible for telecommuting, and they must live within a reasonable distance for commuting to the assigned work location when necessary.

Salary Range:

$99,400 - $193,600

* Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

Qualifications We Require:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering plus 5 years of experience in HVAC design.
• Ability to produce Construction documentation utilizing Autodesk AutoCAD or Revit.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active DOE L‑level security clearance.

Qualifications We Desire:

• NM Professional Engineering (PE) license or Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate and able to obtain a Professional Engineer license within 3‑years.
• Experience with AutoCAD, REVIT or Solid Works design and drafting skills, MS Office Software skills.
• Ability to prioritize and complete high rigor tasks in a high‑pressure environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working in a team environment with the ability to develop and nurture internal customer relationships.
• Ability to plan, organize, lead, and monitor team efforts to completion.
• Experience with mechanical system, cost estimating, and project management software.
• Knowledge and/or experience in one or more…