MEP- Mechanical Engineer (Mid-Level)
About The Position
Partner is seeking a full-time Mechanical and Building Systems Engineer for its Integrated Facility Solutions (IFS) Group. The role performs and reviews Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) and Fire Life Safety (FLS) system assessments, including building assessments, investigations, consulting, and some development of design solutions. The position involves evaluating existing building systems and conditions, documenting deficiencies and deferred maintenance, estimating remediation costs, and advising project managers and clients on MEP concerns and solutions. The work includes single-site walkthroughs and representative observations of accessible tenant spaces, common areas, roofs, and major mechanical areas. Assessments cover heating and cooling equipment, lighting and electrical systems, plumbing, fire protection and life safety systems, and building automation or HVAC controls. The engineer reviews available construction and maintenance documentation, interviews relevant stakeholders, prepares assessment reports, and provides technical guidance. The role requires strong client service and communication, and travel of up to 40% of the time.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a similar field.
- At least 5 years of commercial or industrial engineering consulting or design experience.
- Solid understanding of all major MEP and FLS systems.
- Ability to work in an ambiguous, complex, fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and comfort interfacing directly with clients.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous customer service and effectively present information.
- Ability to produce high-quality reports and spreadsheets with limited quality-control review.
- Advanced knowledge of computer software and hardware, including Microsoft Office Suite products.
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage electronic deliverables for several ongoing assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to travel up to 40% of the time.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in mechanical engineering.
- CEM, CEA, CBCP, or CMVP certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform MEP assessments and prepare MEP assessment reports.
- Conduct walkthrough surveys and representative observations of accessible tenant spaces, common areas, roofs, and major mechanical areas.
- Visually assess heating and cooling equipment, including system quality, condition, maintenance, and capacity.
- Assess interior and exterior lighting and major electrical systems, including switchboards, distribution panels, motor control centers, metering equipment, transformers, and emergency generators.
- Assess plumbing systems, including domestic supply, waste and vent piping, fixtures, water heating equipment, and pumps.
- Assess fire protection and life safety systems, including suppression, alarms, smoke evacuation equipment, and notification systems.
- Document existing conditions, significant deficiencies, and evidence of deferred maintenance using photographs and narrative descriptions.
- Gather available equipment data, including model and serial numbers, manufacture dates, and nominal capacities.
- Review building automation and central HVAC control system setpoints, schedules, and capabilities, as applicable.
- Interview owners, management personnel, facility engineers, third-party service providers, and local government officials about facility operations, conditions, repairs, replacements, and capital improvement projects.
- Review available construction documents, as-built drawings, sequences of operation, equipment specifications, cost information, maintenance records, inspection reports, and similar materials to determine building condition.
- Prepare estimated costs to remedy building deficiencies.
- Provide technical direction and guidance to Project Managers on MEP issues.
- Communicate with clients and management to discuss MEP concerns and develop solutions and customized consulting services.
- Monitor and comply with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements related to MEP systems, and advise management on necessary actions.
- Provide timely customer service and proactive solutions to client needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- May be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program; any award depends on individual and organizational performance and other factors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
