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Clark Nexsen

Senior Mechanical Engineer PE

Clark Nexsen, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450

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Overview Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Clark Nexsen is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer PE who will be responsible for performing, directing and supervising all aspects of mechanical engineering, including but not limited to HVAC, hydronic piping, plumbing, and energy studies on multi-discipline building design projects of moderate to large scope for commercial and government facilities.

Responsibilities

Performing all aspects of mechanical engineering design (specifically HVAC engineering and design) as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, including Conceptual Studies, Program Requirements, Design Analyses, Calculations, Equipment selection and layout, and System selection and layout

Meeting with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of work

Providing oversight and coordination of mechanical engineering projects and the mechanical engineering portion of multi-discipline projects, and working with assigned project managers to meet client's budget, contract fees, goals, objectives, and deadlines

Coordinating, supervising, and communicating all aspects of mechanical design within multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that mechanical design details integrate properly with all other disciplines represented on the design team

Communication with the Contractor on Design-Build projects to verify suitability of systems selected

Directing, supervising, training, and ensuring quality control of mechanical engineers and designers

Ensuring staff compliance with quality control policies and procedures

Managing and supervising mechanical engineering support services during the bidding process, i.e., preparing addenda, amendments, open bids, tabulate bids, etc.

Managing and supervising mechanical engineering construction phase services including representing the firm on-site, answering RFI's, reviewing shop drawings, preparing record drawings, etc.

Coordinating with building commissioning services as required

Working with, responding to, and taking direction from Project Managers, Design Managers, Managing Principals, Practice Directors, and Senior Management

Working independently with limited direction, but collaboratively with other engineers and designers

Mentoring and monitoring the professional development of mechanical engineering staff

Assist in presenting projects to clients, contractors, project team members, AHJ's, and members of the public through all stages of the project

Actively support Company marketing and business development activities

Establish and maintain positive client relationships

Provide technical guidance to mechanical staff

Assisting Practice Leader in developing new and/or revised processes and procedures

Representing the Practice Leader when they are unavailable

Leading staff training sessions

Providing input to Practice Leader on staff annual performance reviews

Project responsibilities

Performing Project Manager duties as assigned

Serve in the role of Design Manager on projects as assigned

Responsible for discipline design and documentation of building mechanical systems

Develop discipline design approach and methodology

Develop discipline project plan and production methodology

Preparing accurate, complete, and code-compliant mechanical drawings and specifications for schematic, design development, and construction document submittals

Design control P&ID's for monitoring of equipment and sequence of operation for systems

Reviewing calculations and all work products produced by mechanical engineers and designers assigned to the project

Reviewing all drawings produced by technicians assigned to the project

Preparing scope and fee proposals for the mechanical portion of multi-discipline projects or single-discipline, mechanical-only projects

Assist PIC and PM in development of project proposals, budgets & schedules

Perform discipline QA/QC reviews on assigned projects

Review and approve discipline code analysis

Develop discipline specifications

Respond to RFI's, Dr Check comments, etc.

Visit the construction site to review installation and conformance, including punchlisting

Back-check discipline QC comments

Adhere to project budget and schedule

May require domestic and foreign travel

Qualifications and Licenses

Graduate of an ABET-accredited 4-, 5-, or 6-year engineering program in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Architectural Engineering (Mechanical or HVAC focus), or Architectural Engineering Technology (Mechanical or HVAC focus); postgraduate degrees will be given additional consideration

Must be a fully licensed Professional Engineer in at least one US state; NCEES registration preferred

Understanding of sustainable design principles with LEED AP accreditation preferred

Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP), Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP), or High-Performance Building Design Professional (HBDP) certifications desirable

Other ASHRAE certifications desirable; CPD certification from ASPE desirable

Additional certifications such as CDT, CCS, or CCCA encouraged

Active participation in NSPE, ASHRAE or related professional organizations desirable

Software Skills

Ability to effectively utilize current company software for word processing, email, and Microsoft Office Suite

Working familiarity with design and production software to interact with the engineering staff

Career Experience

Typically 12+ years of significant design and leadership experience in a mechanical engineering firm or multi-discipline A/E firm with knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, and energy codes

Experience with energy modeling may be given additional consideration

Experience as a lead designer or Mechanical Engineer on federal, state, municipal, healthcare, commercial, higher education or similar projects; Design/Build and CM at Risk delivery desirable

Experience with laboratory, life sciences, industrial, data centers, and GMP cleanroom mechanical design may be given additional consideration

Working Conditions At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform duties. While most work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. The office environment is comfortable, well-lit, and free from hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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