Mechanical Engineer

2 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Ghafari Full time
Job Description:

The Mechanical Engineer will provide mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial or institutional structures as requested by the client.

The Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Review and/or establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with project manager and/or client
  • Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner's representative
  • Prepare feasibility studies and project cost estimates
  • Maintain working knowledge of latest building codes and standards used in the industry
  • Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection
  • Perform and/or review calculations and building energy models; formulate design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection
  • Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) and/or Bentley CAD software (2D and 3D applications) or manually with support from more junior staff
  • Edit or draft project specifications
  • Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site
  • Review drawings for omissions, errors, interferences, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes
  • Review product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance
  • Maintain organized project files containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
  • Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, requests for reproduction services
  • Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications
  • Perform production and quality monitoring of construction documents per company standards individually and/or for less experienced staff
  • Develop and mentor less experienced staff
  • Performs related duties as assigned
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or other related field required
  • Professional Registration
  • LEED accredited professional preferred
  • 10+ years of related experience in mechanical engineering (HVAC/building systems)
Preferred Skills:
  • Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, Trane Trace 700 or other building energy calculation software, and Bluebeam
  • Knowledge in ProjectWise BIM360 and Carrier HAP a bonus
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Strong attention to detail

Ghafari Associates is a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants who blend insight with technological innovation to help clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and offer flexible work arrangements to support our team members' needs.

Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, and we have a high success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process.

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