Mechanical Engineering Department Manager (PE)

Barry-Wehmiller • Raleigh, NC

74d

About The Position

As a Manager, Mechanical Engineering at BW Design Group, you will join a team that challenges you and positions you for growth. You will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will be part of the Architecture/Engineering Process Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact, valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant.

Requirements

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in designing industrial facilities for mechanical systems including water, chilled water, wastewater, HVAC, cooling towers/condensers, boiler/steam, hot water, or compressed air.
• An understanding of refrigeration design with ammonia, freon, CO2, dehumidification, and other custom plumbing systems for industrial manufacturing facilities in the food processing, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries (preferred).
• Solid interpersonal, mentorship, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in technical writing.
• Expertise in the use of Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in the use of software for the design and analysis of building HVAC systems.
• Experience in the design of refrigeration or fire protection systems (preferred).
• A willingness to relocate to the local area (relocation assistance is available for highly qualified applicants).
• A willingness to travel up to 25% to project sites.
• A bachelor of science in engineering from an ABET accredited program (mechanical preferred).
• An active Professional Engineering (PE) license in at least one state and a willingness to obtain licensure in additional states, as requested.

Nice To Haves

• A Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) credential (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical and plumbing design professionals, execute the production of design deliverables, manage the department workflow and resources.
• Define, lead and implement design concept and development; assume responsibility for overall quality of design and construction documents.
• Manage technical coordination and communication within the department and between departments, project managers, and leadership.
• Review the technical accuracy of the work products for accuracy and completeness.
• Seal construction documents as the Engineer of Record.
• Coordinate with vendors to manage equipment sizing, hydronic piping system design, and selection of mechanical equipment.
• Conduct site evaluations and studies and write technical reports.
• Ensure components, materials, and tools are used to capacity.
• Review, edit, and develop project specifications.
• Assist project managers in proposal development (hours calculation, sheet count, scope of work, project strategy and constraints, clarifications and exclusions).
• Prepare RFPs for subconsultants, 3rd party resources, and any other specialty consultants.
• Review and summarize bids and make recommendations on to whom contracts should be awarded.
• Develop standards and best practices to improve quality and efficiency within the department.
• Participate in local, regional, and national organizations that are involved in the development of the profession or the regulatory guidelines that form the framework of the practice.
• Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to the professionals within the department; acts as a resource for engineers.
• Provide regular performance feedback and annual merit reviews for the design team.
• Perform peer reviews of colleagues’ work.
• Assist in the growth and development of the organization and business by participating in marketing proposal development and actively engaging in the recruitment of new Barry-Wehmiller Design Group professionals.
• Administer operations in accordance with company policies, priorities, and budget constraints.

Benefits

• Professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees