Mechanical Designer - Buildings Government Services

Stantec • Albany, NY

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Mechanical Designer, you will work with guidance and direction on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Senior Engineer. You will participate in the evaluation, recommendation, and specification for engineered systems or products for a project verifying compliance with applicable codes, engineering standards and practices. We are looking to expand our staff by hiring a Mechanical Designer to be part of the Buildings Government Service team. If you are interested in working on sustainable, integrated building solutions, then joining Stantec could be your most rewarding move.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of Revit and AutoCad, and the use of it as a drafting/design tool.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
• Basic understanding in the design of mechanical systems for buildings (HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection) preferably in healthcare, commercial or educational facilities.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.
• Ability to take direction, follow process and accept feedback and suggestions from Senior Engineers.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD

Nice To Haves

• Prefer experience with Newforma, Trane Trace & eQuest.
• Coop/Internship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts basic interpretations of drawings, codes, and other similar materials.
• Performs Revit design for the mechanical discipline using knowledge of fundamental mechanical engineering concepts.
• Works with architectural, interior designers, and other engineering disciplines in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/ designer.
• Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer/ designer.
• Performs basic calculations to analyze and design individual building mechanical system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity.
• Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level