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Professional Engineering Consultant

Project Engineer-Mechanical

Professional Engineering Consultant, Fort Collins, Colorado, us, 80523

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Position Summary The Project Engineer will be responsible for design on multiple projects, directing and/or leading other design professionals within their discipline, and working with other design disciplines internal and external to PEC to develop engineering solutions for PEC's clients. This position will be responsible for providing design deliverables for a variety of projects while maintaining PEC's standard of excellence. The role utilizes BIM/CAD software, hand calculations, and computer‑based calculations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for project completion in accordance with quality assurance policies, standards and project specifications.

Prepare and review engineering plans and drawings.

Assist in the preparation of project proposals, cost estimates, and feasibility studies.

Perform and/or direct engineering design, coordination with other design staff for construction document and specification production in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies.

Serve as an advisor to the Project Manager, identifying and communicating any potential risk to the project in a timely fashion.

Perform and/or direct design computations by hand and by computer software.

Use experience, education, and judgement to make informed decisions; retain knowledge and build on previous experiences to increase capabilities in breadth and complexity.

Organize multiple projects and tasks and complete them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards. Oversee tasks that have been delegated to other engineers and support staff.

Effectively communicate and coordinate with the Design Team to complete design tasks on numerous projects.

Perform quality control reviews at appropriate milestones.

Mentor, train and develop less experienced staff.

Participate in business development activities to include developing and maintaining relationships with clients.

Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company's discretion.

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work independently and with others, with minimal supervision.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in preparing engineering plans, reports, and documentation.

Familiarity with local regulations, permitting processes, and design standards.

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Knowledge and skill in determining project requirements, setting project scope of work, determining design budgets, preliminary construction budgets, and contract review.

Strong work ethic.

Experience with computer‑aided drafting and modeling using industry‑accepted software:

AutoDesk Revit

AutoDesk AutoCAD

Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Bluebeam Revu

TRANE TRACE 700 or equivalent HVAC Loads software

Various online equipment selection software

Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design discipline‑specific project components:

Fire Protection Performance Specification

Mechanical Equipment Layout and Room Sizing

Plumbing System Design, Calculations, and Layout

Domestic Water (Cold Water, Hot Water, and Hot Water Recirculation)

Sanitary Waste and Vent

Roof Drainage

Natural Gas

Plumbing Equipment Sizing

Plumbing Fixture Selection and Specification

HVAC System Design, Calculations and Layout

HVAC Loads

HVAC Equipment Sizing

Airside HVAC

Hydronic System

Hydronic System Equipment Sizing

Temperature Controls System Design and Layout

Education and Experience

Minimum of a B.S. Degree in an appropriate field of study from an accredited college is required.

Minimum four (4) years of experience in engineering.

License and Certification

Professional Engineering (PE) license in the location of practice is required.

Summary of Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K Matching

Life Insurance

Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability

Maternity Leave

Identity Theft Insurance

Cancer Insurance

Work Environment PEC values a healthy work‑life balance and focuses on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and productive work. The environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team‑oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs, and project‑specific technical issues. Much of the work will be conducted within an office setting with frequent sitting, reaching, and manipulation of objects, tools, and controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials that weigh up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally. Manual dexterity and coordination are required for over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as a computer keyboard, mouse, calculator, and similar machines. At times, bending, reaching, standing, and walking may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities N/A

PEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.

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