Mechanical - Entry Level
About The Position
The entry-level Mechanical position is part of CannonDesign’s multidisciplinary team and works under the direction of a licensed Engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial, and science and technology settings. Under professional-engineer supervision, the employee may perform uncomplicated HVAC designs, including ductwork, piping, controls, and equipment selection. The role may also assist with plumbing and fire protection design, prepare building load calculations and energy models using appropriate software, and assist with Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings from schematic design through construction administration. Other work may include coordinating specifications, drafting reports for senior-engineer review, reviewing submittals and shop drawings for contract-document compliance, and visiting job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently involve physically walking through the site. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering required by hire date.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply principles and theories of advanced heat transfer, solar energy, and advanced fluid dynamics in HVAC system design.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle multiple projects.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Related student internship work experience.
- EIT certification.
- LEED accreditation.
- Experience with engineering design computer applications such as Revit, Trane Trace, or Trane 3D Plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform uncomplicated HVAC designs, including ductwork, piping, controls, and equipment selection, under the supervision of a professional engineer.
- Assist with plumbing and fire protection designs as needed.
- Prepare building load calculations using modeling software under supervisory direction.
- Prepare energy models using appropriate software and correct parameters, with supervisory oversight.
- Assist with Revit/BIM modeling of HVAC construction drawings from schematic design through construction administration.
- Perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems as needed.
- Assist with or coordinate specifications as a member of the design team.
- Draft reports for review by a senior engineer.
- Review submittals and shop drawings for compliance with contract documents.
- Visit job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Flexible spending account options
- Voluntary insurances
- Paid time off
- Flex-time schedules
- Remote work options
- 401(k) plan
- Employee perk programs
- Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
