Building Mechanical Engineer; HVAC; water​/wastewater

Brown and Caldwell (BC), a leading environmental engineering firm, has an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated Building Mechanical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will work on various water/wastewater projects for municipal and federal clients. We offer a collaborative, multi-discipline environment to develop innovative, cost-effective designs for new facilities, expansions, upgrades and retrofits. This Building Mechanical Engineering role will take on complex projects and leads the development of HVAC, plumbing, and fire sprinkler designs.

The role will interpret mechanical, plumbing, building, and fire codes, as well as NFPA standards relevant to commercial buildings and wastewater treatment facilities. This includes multi-disciplinary coordination and developing design elements, such as identifying and selecting appropriate equipment (including sizing ductwork, plumbing, and fire sprinkler distribution systems), developing and reviewing calculations, drawings, specifications, and engineering reports. Additionally, this role may include directing BIM professionals to create 3D models and or personally drafting and modeling these systems using AutoCAD and Revit software.

During construction phases, this role will also perform submittal reviews, respond to contractor inquiries, and provide in-person site observations (as or if needed). Hybrid work arrangements are preferred but for the right candidate, remote may be allowed. Candidates located in the Central, Mountain or Pacific time zones are preferred.

• Develop comprehensive HVAC, plumbing, and fire sprinkler calculations for different projects.
• Interpret mechanical, plumbing, building, and fire codes and apply them in work.
• Understand and interpret NFPA standards and implement them correctly.
• Effectively size ductwork, plumbing, and fire sprinkler distribution systems for optimal functionality.
• Utilize relevant software tools to draft and model HVAC, plumbing, and fire sprinkler systems.
• Use software solutions to create detailed specifications for HVAC, plumbing, and fire sprinkler equipment.
• Review HVAC, plumbing, and fire sprinkler drawings/specifications for accuracy and consistency.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to ensure smooth project execution.
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.

• May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

• Adept at interpreting and applying mechanical, plumbing, building, and fire codes as well as NFPA standards.
• Highly proficient in software tools for drafting and modeling HVAC, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems.
• Skilled in developing HVAC, plumbing and fire sprinkler calculations and specifications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills for handling routine tasks.
• Strong ability to review and coordinate HVAC, plumbing, and fire sprinkler drawings/specifications with other engineering disciplines.
• Strong ability to work independently and provide guidance to less experienced colleagues.

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of building mechanical engineering or related experience.
• Typically will become certified in BC's Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) SMS Framework and progress through the SMS competencies.

• 8+ years of building mechanical engineering or related experience.
• Prior experience in municipal discipline engineering designs and consulting within the water and wastewater industry.
• Knowledge of piping and ductwork layout and design of 3D piping systems.
• Ability to work with Designers/Drafters in Revit/BIM environment.
• Experience in HVAC and…