Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical EngineerPosition PurposeThe Mechanical Engineer is responsible for providing HVAC design support under limited supervision. The Mechanical Engineer will work under the direction of an Energy Engineer on assigned projects and will report to the Engineering Manager.Duties, Tasks and ResponsibilitiesAdministrative & SystemsInventory existing equipment and evaluate the condition and the operation of existing building systems.Survey existing site conditions to determine best possible locations for new equipment, duct routing, and pipe routing.Identify problem areas that will affect design of new systems.Select, size, schedule, and layout HVAC equipment, which includes chillers, boilers, air handling equipment, exhaust equipment, terminal equipment, etc.Update construction documents and develop final as-built.DesignWork in conjunction with the Project EE to develop system design concepts, scope design, and scope documents (drawings and specs).Prepare construction documents (drawings and specs).Layout and size ductwork and piping systems.Review show drawings.Learn basic design skills for other related building systems as required.TechnicalProvide technical assistance to operations during the project implementation phase.Provide technical assistance to the performance assurance, engineering, and energy accounting groups.Estimates and CalculationsPerform building load calculations.Perform energy and operational savings calculations.Perform preliminary cost estimates.Core CompetenciesIntegrity - We act with integrity; truthful, fair and honest.Continuous Learning – Is a continuous learner focused on constant improvement; embraces new technologies.Exceed Expectations - Work hard to exceed client expectations.Compassion – We are stewards of PSI supporting its growth & ability to help those in need.Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and decisions.Commitment – Honest, trustworthy, high integrity; makes and keeps commitments. Interested in continuous personal development.Communication – Communicates with others is based on knowledge of repetitive job routines and procedures gained from sufficient on the job experience.Consistency – Consistent, error free work based on defined regulations and standards that are key measures of job performance success.Attention to Detail – Produces high quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines and procedures. Precise, consistent, error free work output, requiring patience.Focus – Works within established systems, standards, and procedures that are technically and analytically focused.Decision Making – Makes decisions based on a clear defined job scope, based on policies and procedures, and is supported by management.Leadership – Leads in a way that is consistent, accurate, high quality, supportive, and non-threatening. Delegates to others when appropriate, using training, coaching, and on the job experience.Working ConditionsOffice functions will primarily be performed at PSI’s main business office.Onsite engineering surveys, meetings, and presentations will normally be held at our prospects’ offices located throughout the state.Long hours may be required prior to proposal submissions.Minimum QualificationsEducation/ExperienceBSME or BSEE from an accredited college or university is preferred.Professional Engineer registration in states where projects are conducted is preferred.Minimum of 5 years of experience designing traditional plan and specification projects in the HVAC industry.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only activities to be performed by the individual occupying this position. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr