Senior Mechanical Engineer
Reports to: Director of Engineering
Job Summary
Join our design-build mechanical contracting firm where you will fulfill an essential role in delivering award-winning design-build projects. The primary role of the Senior Mechanical Engineer is to take a lead in providing engineering expertise for the design of HVAC and plumbing systems in new and existing commercial, government, institutional and multi-family buildings. This role works collaboratively with engineers, drafters, project management and pre-construction teams to design mechanical and plumbing systems in accordance with project and jurisdictional requirements and target budgets. It also works closely with the Estimating and Pre-Construction Teams on design-build project pursuits and supports Project Management and Construction teams with construction administration, delegated design and design reviews of design‑bid‑build project documents.
Benefits Summary
Premium Healthcare Options
- Free Healthcare
- Medical
- Vision Discounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- 401(k) Match
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Long Term Disability
- Performance Bonus
- Gainshare
Work/Life Balance
- Paid Time Off
- 8 Annual Holidays
- Engaging Team Activities
- Health & Wellness Program
Role Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Professional Engineering Licensure. MD, DC and VA preferred.
- More than 10 years of experience in HVAC and plumbing design.
- Valid driver’s license with own vehicle for transportation to meetings and/or project sites within the DC Metro area (mileage reimbursed).
- Physical capability to sit, stand, bend, walk, climb, remain in static positions, work at heights, in tight/confined spaces, in dusty areas, and in temperature extremes; ability to carry or lift 5–45 lbs frequently.
- Ability to conduct technical surveys of mechanical and plumbing systems.
- Availability to work Monday–Friday with occasional evenings; flexible schedule.
- Ability to pass background checks and maintain confidentiality; a signed confidentiality agreement is required.
Core Competencies
- Expertise in HVAC and plumbing engineering.
- Proficiency with engineering design software, including load estimating and energy analysis programs such as Trane Trace700 and 3D Plus.
- Thorough understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
- Knowledge of discipline-specific building codes: IMC, IPC, IECC, IgCC, IFGC; familiarity with cross-discipline codes such as IBC, IEBC, NEC, and IFC.
- Working knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD and Revit.
- Effective communication in English (aural, verbal, written).
- Project-level leadership experience; preferred experience in design‑build project delivery.
- Strong technical writing skills with command of English grammar, spelling and diction.
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects effectively; strong organizational and time‑management skills.
- Professional interaction with all levels of team members and external clients.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
The Successful Candidate
- Passionate about providing best mechanical solutions through trust‑based relationships.
- Passionate about designing and building HVAC and plumbing systems.
- Independent, minimal guidance.
- Committed to continual improvement and lifelong learning.
- Active listener who seeks understanding and clarification.
- Clear, concise communicator.
- Team-focused; contributes to the mutual success of the company.
- Proactive responsibility for future actions.
- Effective planning, scheduling and forecasting.
- Open to new ideas and feedback.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead an internal or external project team or work independently to develop proposals in coordination with Pre‑Construction teams.
- Conduct field surveys of mechanical and plumbing systems.
- Attend virtual and on-site design and coordination meetings.
- Execute design tasks including thermal load and energy modeling, ventilation calculations, equipment selection, distribution system design, controls design, specification writing and editing, drafting and modeling.
- Prepare HVAC and plumbing design, permit and construction documents including reports, drawings and specifications.
- Perform construction administration activities: submittal review, field review of construction, engineering field reports, punch list creation, RFI response, and start‑up and commissioning support.
- Provide mentorship to entry‑level engineering staff.
- Collaborate with in‑house Pre‑Construction, Estimating, Construction and Virtual Design and Construction teams.
- Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.
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