Mechanical Designer

KZF Design Inc•Cincinnati, OH

76d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Entry-Level Mechanical Designer to join our dynamic, multi-disciplined, full-service A/E firm. This role will support the design of mechanical systems for buildings, with a focus on HVAC systems for design, bidding, permitting, and construction phases. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of building mechanical systems and be eager to contribute from conceptual development through final design and owner acceptance. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with architects, clients, and other engineering disciplines on a variety of projects.

Requirements

Experience producing Mechanical design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
Proficiency in REVIT MEP
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Comfortable with a broad range of project types
Familiarity with building Mechanical system design, including HVAC systems, and Mechanical utility systems
Comfortable working on parallel assignments
Familiarity with building design and construction
Proactive and assertive in problem solving
Comfortable working on parallel assignments
Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English

Nice To Haves

Experience using HVAC analysis software; Carrier HAP (desired)
Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards a plus
Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus
LEED certification a plus

Responsibilities

Help our clients achieve their goals
Work with Director of Mechanical Engineering, Senior Mechanical Engineers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
Respond to estimated budget hour requests from Division Managers and Project Managers
Assist project managers with development of project schedules and budgets
Provide technical, project management and client management support to projects
Work directly with the Director of Mechanical Engineering and KZF project managers and assume the “day-to-day” responsibility of mechanical engineering design/production for assigned projects
Work with Project Managers to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare Mechanical design and construction documents in REVIT MEP
Seeking advice and counsel from Director of Mechanical Engineering and Senior Mechanical Engineers as needed
Interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the Electrical work
Prepare electrical design studies, written design narratives, calculations, and analysis, and direct Mechanical Engineering support staff as required
Research building materials and systems and selecting appropriate items for incorporation into the building design