Senior Engineer – Building Mechanical HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection

AFRY•Appleton, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

AFRY is seeking a Senior Building Systems Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design for new facilities and upgrades to existing systems. The role involves engineering investigations, site visits, design recommendations, and supervising modeling and drawing production for multidisciplinary projects spanning front-end planning through detailed engineering and construction. As a discipline lead, you will direct engineers and designers developing building systems, make design decisions, and oversee the quality and completion of construction drawings, specifications, reports, and other project documentation. You will serve as engineer in responsible charge and seal documents as required. The position requires an in-office presence and visits to project sites. AFRY USA supports industrial clients across sectors including pulp and paper, mining and metals, food and beverage, chemicals, and biorefining.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering or mechanical engineering.
At least 10 years of experience in building mechanical engineering.
Knowledge of applicable HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection codes and standards, including IBC, IMC, IPC, IFC, ASHRAE, and ASPE.
Licensed as a Professional Engineer.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills for effective communication with clients, contractors, and employees, virtually and in person.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills, attention to detail, and self-motivation.
Ability to establish work priorities and deadlines while balancing multiple projects.
Adaptability, problem-solving ability, capacity to work under tight deadlines, and ability to learn and apply new technologies with minimal support.
Ability to maintain and develop relationships with existing and potential clients, recognize their needs, and respond appropriately.
Must have the right to live and work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with facility insurance carrier requirements, including FM Global.
Preferred software knowledge: Revit, BIM, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
Strong work ethic, leadership, sound judgment, teamwork and cooperation, communication skills, and a desire to educate and train.

Responsibilities

Lead building systems engineering for small and large projects with little oversight, managing staff production for quality, budget, and schedule across project stages from conceptual and feasibility work through detailed design and construction.
Assist with proposals and marketing materials by defining and writing project scopes and describing activities on past projects.
Establish project scope, building systems budgets, and design approach.
Meet with client personnel to support preliminary planning and identify design concepts.
Coordinate with clients and professional counterparts to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in line with or exceeding client expectations.
Design building mechanical systems and components for industrial facilities in accordance with AFRY quality standards, applicable codes, and client requirements.
Perform building systems engineering, detailing, analysis, and design, and prepare technical and study reports.
Plan, design, or review plans in coordination with structural, process, electrical, architectural, and civil disciplines.
Lead and mentor subordinate staff.
Visit project sites to develop client relationships, collect design data, and observe construction progress.
Oversee the completion and quality of project documentation, including construction drawings, specifications, and reports, and seal documents as engineer in responsible charge.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Accident insurance.
Critical illness coverage.
Identity theft protection.
401(k) with company match.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Competitive performance-oriented compensation.
Various forms of flexibility to help integrate personal life with professional commitments.
Opportunity to work with recognized global industry leaders and employees from many cultures and backgrounds.