Senior Mechanical Engineer

BB&ENorfolk, VA
Onsite

About The Position

BB&E is currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support our NAVFAC Atlantic (LANT) in Norfolk, VA. BB&E is an employee-owned, full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Requirements

  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the discipline of Mechanical Engineering is required.
  • Professional knowledge and skill in applying the theories, concepts, principles, computer systems applications, and methodology of mechanical engineering relevant to a wide range of construction projects and mechanical utility systems to develop engineering designs and plans for mechanical utility systems (e.g., heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration) as a part of complex construction projects.
  • Knowledge of DoD and Navy guide specifications, criteria and policy, industry codes and standards, and standard practices as related to mechanical engineering design, including the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards and Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) standards such as 189.1, 90.1, 62.1, various ASHRAE handbooks, National Fire Protection Association Codes such as 54,58, 90A, 96, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association, Inc. (SMACNA) Standards, International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Plumbing Code (IPC), and the International Building Code.
  • Knowledge of local, state, federal, and foreign country laws, codes, and other statutory requirements affecting mechanical engineering design throughout the NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic AOR.
  • Knowledge of related architectural and engineering fields and their associated impacts as related to mechanical engineering design.
  • Knowledge and experience with Autodesk software, Microsoft Office products, mechanical engineering design and analysis software and other applicable DoD computer systems and software used by the Command.
  • Ability to produce results of analysis in writing and consolidate findings of others and evaluate recommendations and facts; ability to make oral presentations of proposed designs and results of studies.
  • Knowledge of budgeting, planning and project management techniques, including the ability to coordinate the work of others and lead teams.
  • Knowledge of and full compliance with Safety Policy and Guidance and use of personal protective equipment.
  • A minimum of 10 years of professional mechanical engineering code compliant facilities design experience for new construction, including renovation design experience, is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in a Mechanical Engineering program from an Accreditation Board for Engineers and Technology (ABET) institution is required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide mechanical engineering services for plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
  • Provide services for digital data controls/instrumentation and control systems.
  • Provide services for chilled water, steam, hot water, compressed gasses, natural gas, fuel distribution and storage.
  • Provide services for energy saving and conversion systems, renewable energy/energy efficient systems/studies.
  • Provide services for power distribution and generation systems, large utility plants and distribution systems.
  • Provide services for air pollution control, water and waste water control systems.
  • Provide services for process and chemical process piping systems, piping and instrumentation diagrams.
  • Provide security controls and Anti-Terrorism and Force Protection (ATFP) for mechanical design of major size and complexity for use in government facilities, including, multi-story office buildings, steam plants, hospitals, housing, manufacturing, training, waterfront structures, laboratories, command and control centers, hangars, medical facilities, and large and complex utility systems.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
  • Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
  • Employer-provided Life insurance
  • Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
  • Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
  • Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement & professional development
  • Employee referral program
  • Employee discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pet insurance discount
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