- Senior
- Bureau à Buffalo
- Perform and direct design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems independently on assigned projects. Complex projects could be under the supervision of a professional engineer. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
- May supervise or provide project management direction within the mechanical discipline to include the monitoring of project progresses and project budget.
- Calculate heating, cooling loads, layout, design ductwork, and piping using energy modeling software.
- Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
- Edit specifications relating to existing or new projects.
- Independently research as need arises and respond to emergent issues.
- Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units.
- Review shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
- Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team, attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget.
- Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
- Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Attend and participate in construction meetings. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
- Coordinates work activities on specific projects with several persons with various levels of capability; participates in business development and marketing activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required. Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of related experience required.
- Current PE in the United States preferred.
- LEED accreditation preferred.
- Must possess a working knowledge and experience, while still acquiring higher level knowledge.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
- Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required.
- We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
- We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
- We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.