Mechanical Engineer

DLR Group•Seattle, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. The Engineering team has an opening for a Mechanical Engineer. As a Mechanical Engineer at DLR Group, you will be responsible for the design of mechanical systems from schematics through construction administration on a wide range of building types. As part of our integrated design teams, you will help create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. You will participate in the design of mechanical building systems, prepare detailed engineering calculations and drawings, and ensure designs meet applicable codes and project requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
2–5 years of experience in HVAC system design, preferably within an MEP consulting environment.
Experience using Revit for ductwork and piping system design/documentation.
Experience using heat load calculation software (IESVE preferred, but equivalent software experience will be considered).
Familiarity coordinating mechanical systems on commercial, institutional, or public sector projects.

Nice To Haves

Plumbing design experience.
Licensed Engineer in Training (EIT) or progress toward Professional Engineer licensure; PE license preferred.
LEED Accredited Professional or experience supporting sustainable/high-performance building design.
Energy modeling experience.
Experience working in an integrated, multidisciplinary design environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing project objectives, goals, and documentation standards.
Develop HVAC system designs from concept through construction administration.
Prepare engineering design calculations, heat load analyses, and mechanical system layouts.
Develop ductwork and piping plans using Revit.
Coordinate mechanical design requirements with architecture, structural, electrical, and other disciplines.
Prepare detailed engineering reports, narratives, and construction documents.
Support plumbing and fire protection system coordination, with direct plumbing design experience considered a plus.