Mechanical Project Engineer

Thorson Baker & Associates Inc•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Mechanical engineer capable of performing building design, for the development of schematic, design development, construction documents, specifications and construction administration for institutional and commercial building projects. Thorson Baker + Associates, Inc. is a mid-size multi-discipline consulting engineering firm specializing in institutional and commercial building design throughout the United States and Puerto Rico where we help build the future. We design the buildings where we work and play, schools and universities where our children learn, healthcare facilities for our continued well being, elderly living and retirement communities for our senior citizens and the retail and entertainment complexes where we shop and enjoy our leisure. All this is with a concern for sustainability and the future of our environment. Join TBA and help us build the places where we live, learn and work in communities nationwide.

Requirements

At least 5 years experience in the mechanical design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for institutional and/or commercial building systems.
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
Efficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Familiar with AutoCAD and Revit.
Professional engineering license a plus.
Capable of attending and engaging in meetings with clients, owners, contractors, etc. in a positive and productive manner.
Possess a good work ethic and be efficient in job duties.
Willing to work extra hours above 40 hours a week when necessary to meet project deadlines and client demands.
Familiarity with green building design practices and/or LEED.

Nice To Haves

Professional engineering license a plus.
Familiarity with green building design practices and/or LEED.

Responsibilities

Mechanical design of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for institutional, retail and commercial building projects. Prepare calculations and well coordinated, technically sound construction documents that are cost effective, efficient and constructible.
Communicate and coordinate with architects, owners, other engineering disciplines, vendors, building officials, other consultants, etc. throughout the design phases of the building project.
Must meet client schedules and internal design and construction administration time budgets.
Office construction administration including review of shop drawings, respond to RFI’s, and coordinate with contractors, design team, building officials, owner, etc. through the construction phase of the building project.
Must identify additional scope during the design and construction process and be capable of preparing additional service quotes for Principal review.
Able to travel nationally for pre-design site visits, design meetings, construction phase site observations, etc. and prepare detailed technical narrative reports.