So, what will you be doing all day? You would join us as a Lead Mechanical Designer working on things like...
- Prepares or directs the preparation of simple to complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics and specifications.
- Leads project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
- Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
- Performs research and makes recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment. Evaluates products for their application.
- Responsible for producing solutions to complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
- Ensures that production of drawings, specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
- Proactively advises and mentors less experienced designers and engineers, providing oversight and technical guidance.
- May direct activities of technical and administrative staff.
- Strives to continuously develop and expand personal knowledge and the knowledge of others.
- Assists Technical Managers and Directors with establishing and implementing goals, policies, objectives and standards at the practice and/or sector level.
- Involved in the development of tools, resources and company practices.
- Implements and reinforces design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
- Oversees the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check-ins. May include providing final reviews for projects under purview.
- Takes the lead in developing, establishing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of and to expand business opportunities.
- Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
- Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within their team.
- Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work. Maintains proactive communication throughout the project cycle.
- Anticipates and answers questions from clients and architects. Acts as a resource to others and directs in fact-finding and/or assists with answering questions.
- Visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
- Resolves conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors as needed.
- Performs a range of project management responsibilities in collaboration with experienced project managers.
We'd love for you to apply for this position if you...
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 11 years of relevant experience, or 13 years of experience without degree required
- Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards relating to a broad range of practices, projects and/or program types (required).
- Knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods (required).
- Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu (required).
- Professional Engineering (PE) license highly preferred.
- Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation highly preferred.
- High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes.
- Comfortability with training others on systems and processes.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with designers at all levels in a clear and concise manner.
- Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designer.
- Adapts to changing work environments, priorities and organizational needs.
- Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.