Mechanical Designer/ Engineer

Notch Mechanical•Chicopee, MA

About The Position

Notch Mechanical Constructors is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer focused on energy, HVAC, and thermal fluids to join its team. The role provides design and layout for mechanical piping systems, including building systems such as HVAC and plumbing, as well as plant utilities such as steam, chilled water, cooling water, and compressed air. It also provides technical direction and support for engineering, estimating, cost, and construction activities, and helps ensure that construction work complies with engineering standards. The position supports mechanical and piping installation projects and may require travel to Notch job sites throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. The designer/engineer performs mechanical design for design/build HVAC, plumbing, and energy retrofit projects, including equipment and piping layout, sizing, and selection. The role works with project managers and field crews on technical and logistical matters, provides construction engineering support, and prepares drawings, calculations, estimates, schedules, submittals, and procurement information as needed. It also contributes to field layout, fabrication isometrics, surveying activities, and engineering design for ASME fabrications.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or significant experience in a similar role.
At least 10 years of experience in the field or role.
Experience with Autodesk software, Revit, and AutoCAD.
Good interpersonal skills, including communication and organization.
Experience with safety requirements in a construction or industrial environment.
Computer literacy in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Word and Excel, AutoCAD, and MS Project.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training.
Trade knowledge of mechanical construction, the industry, and piping.
Exposure to construction equipment and techniques, drawings, and specifications.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical design engineering for design/build HVAC, plumbing, and energy retrofit projects, including layout, sizing, and selection of mechanical equipment and piping.
Provide technical direction to craft personnel, including interpretation of drawings and specifications and guidance on equipment installation details.
Research and recommend resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors.
Support project managers by procuring bulk materials, major equipment, and trade subcontractors in accordance with company procedures.
Perform detailed field layout of piping systems and generate fabrication isometrics.
Work with project managers and provide guidance to field crew leaders.
Provide technical support on larger projects, including proposals, estimates, submittals, CPM schedules, and procurement of subcontractors, materials, and equipment.
Perform drafting, charting, mapping, and similar graphical presentation work.
Compile technical and accounting information and perform calculations and summaries as directed.
Assist with measurements, layout, checking, and marker setting for field surveying activities.
Assist with estimating by performing quantity takeoffs, extensions, and data entry.
Coordinate engineering calculations and design for ASME fabrications.
Provide construction engineering support.
Prepare as-built drawings, piping isometric drawings, plumbing design/build drawings, HP gas approval packages, and steel and vessel designs and details.