Senior Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

WSP•Meridian, ID

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Senior Mechanical Engineer for our Meridian, ID office location. As a Mechanical Engineer with us, you will design HVAC systems including air distribution systems, hydronic systems, chiller and boiler plants, for a variety of projects including but not limited to Healthcare, Commercial, Laboratory, industrial and mission critical facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with mechanical building systems emphasis
5+ years of experience in designing mechanical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial, science & technology or healthcare facilities.
Registered Professional Engineer (PE), if eligible
Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with applicable software including AutoCAD, Revit, Trane Trace and other engineering analysis programs
Knowledge of building, mechanical, energy codes and other design standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, FGI, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Building Information Modeling using Revit
Strong communication skills
Interest in liaising with internal and external design, client, and construction team members
Willing to travel to client sites as required
Prior design experience in Healthcare and/or Science & Technology sector

Responsibilities

Independently support the project team during design and construction stages of projects
Design air distribution, hydronic and automated temperature controls systems
Integrate complex mechanical engineering requirements into facility designs
Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners
Attend client meetings and contribute to discussions
Collaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members and external vendors and manufacturers
Communicate mechanical engineering concepts and decisions to clients and stakeholders
Interact regularly with clients, which includes maintaining current relationships and developing new relationships
Mentor and train junior engineers
Track and coordinate all mechanical disciplines: HVAC, Energy, Controls, Plumbing, Fuel Oil Storage / Management / Distribution
Provide oversight of all aspects of mechanical design, review systems, drawings prior to issuance
Select and schedule major equipment
Develop project specifications
Survey and evaluate existing conditions
Perform construction administration tasks
Assist in developing proposals and other business development activities as required.