Assistant Project Engineer - Design and Development

MSS Solutions•Hanahan, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MSS Solutions, LLC is hiring an Assistant Project Engineer – Design and Development for its Charleston, South Carolina office. The role supports project engineering and design activities, helping determine customer facility needs and develop engineering solutions. Responsibilities include surveying building systems, preparing specifications and construction documents, performing load calculations, supporting proposals and project submittals, coordinating engineering design, and assisting with drafting and BIM modeling. The position also supports project teams with on-site engineering and helps maintain company technical standards.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or another degree in a related field, such as construction management or engineering, or equivalent job experience and certifications.
Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints, construction plans, and specifications.
Ability to understand HVAC systems and controls, apply basic HVAC principles and concepts, and perform calculations.
Strong communication skills.
Strong work ethic.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
On path to attain EI certification.
Must successfully pass a background check and drug test.
Must be able to meet the stated physical demands, including occasional lifting of 25 pounds and frequent lifting, carrying, or moving of 5–10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and general understanding of Autodesk products, specifically Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Assist the Project Engineer in determining project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet customer facility requirements.
Survey and appraise building systems, including HVAC and Building Automation Systems.
Develop equipment specifications, construction drawings, and documents, including equipment quantities, sizes, configurations, voltage, and options.
Run load calculation programs and produce reports to determine system sizing.
Assist the Project Engineer in preparing design solutions, scopes, proposals, and presentations.
Assist with project submittal review and approval to help maintain project scope and schedule.
Assist the Project Engineer in reviewing Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Maintain files and document work for each job.
Support engineering evaluations for project opportunities, individually or as an operational team member.
Support project engineering design needs.
Assist with on-site engineering support to help the project team meet design intent, system requirements, and project milestones.
Assist in preparing MEP assessments and detailed engineering reports.
Coordinate project-specific engineering.
Assist the Pre-Fabrication and Sheet Metal shop with drawings for ductwork and spool pieces.
Assist in drafting and BIM modeling.
Assist in developing and maintaining company technical standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by the company.