Senior Mechanical Engineer

As a collaborative and innovative center of design excellence, SFCS is dedicated to defining the next generation of Living, Learning and Healing Environments. Our family-oriented culture aims to provide an exceptional employment experience through which we deliver extraordinary service. From our four regionally located offices in North Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky and Pennsylvania, we provide specialization in the design of senior living, education, healthcare and government facilities nationwide.

Our Roanoke office is currently seeking a successful candidate having a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering, with an emphasis on HVAC systems and project designs for buildings. P.E. registration, with the ability to be registered in multiple states is required. The candidate will have solid background in HVAC systems design coursework, with a minimum of 12+ years of experience in commercial and residential building design.

Knowledge of the ASHRAE standards, NFPA and IBC codes, in addition to experience with analysis and layout of HVAC systems, hydronic piping, air distribution and HVAC products and materials is essential.

• Meet with architects and other team members to determine appropriate HVAC systems, location of HVAC elements, and preliminary cost estimates.
• Perform appropriate field work to determine design direction, including evaluation of existing HVAC components for re-use and retrofit.
• Work with architects, clients, and other engineering disciplines to coordinate systems during design and production drawings.
• Prepare contract documents using latest version of Revit software to design and provide concepts for schematic design packages.
• Develop technical construction specifications to appropriately support project design and drawings.
• Prepare schematic, design development and construction documents, including coordination with engineering team.
• Lead projects through each phase (preferred but not required).
• Assist in HVAC construction administration of the project, including shop drawing review, site visits, cost proposal evaluations, and response to questions from the field.
• Exhibit strong written and communication skills with the ability to multi-task across simultaneous project assignments in different phases.
• Demonstrate excellent client interface capabilities and organizational skills.
• Show enthusiasm and eagerness for continued education and development of new skills.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.