Senior Mechanical Engineer [Boston]

Altieri•Boston, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Altieri has provided mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering design services to architects and building owners for 65 years. We are a recognized industry leader, designing exciting and high-profile projects for iconic museums, galleries, theatre and performing arts venues, higher education buildings, libraries, parks, and historic projects around the country including: Carnegie Hall (NYC), Domino Park (NYC), Gansevoort Peninsula, Hudson River Park (NYC), The Getty Center (Los Angeles), The Metropolitan Museum of Art (NYC), Museum of Ice Cream (NYC), National Aquarium (Baltimore), The National WWII Museum (New Orleans), Obama Presidential Center (Chicago), Smithsonian National Museum of American History (Washington DC). A senior engineer works with other MEPF engineers to design building mechanical systems. A senior engineer is involved in all project phases, beginning with concept design and studies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering, or similar field.
10+ years of relevant experience.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Autodesk Revit.

Nice To Haves

PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs system design calculations including: Heating and cooling load calculations, Pipe and duct pressure calculations, Psychrometric calculations, ASHRAE Standard 55 and 62.1 calculations.
Utilizes Revit 3D drafting software to layout ductwork, piping, and equipment. Produces drawing sets, including but not limited to, drawing notes, details, and single line diagrams. Selects all equipment, including complex equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units. Uses knowledge of different mechanical system types (dust collection, kitchen exhaust, steam systems, etc.) to inform design. Gains familiarity with control systems and sequences of operation. Edits outline and book specifications to fit project needs.
Performs life safety system calculations including: Elevator Machine Room exhaust design and calculation. ASHRAE Standard 15 calculation. Stair and elevator pressurization calculations. Post-fire smoke purge system design and calculations. Locates equipment for atrium exhaust. Designs systems to maintain required fire and smoke rating (fire and smoke dampers locations). Places duct and equipment smoke detectors.
Reviews submittals, RFIs, contractor estimates, and potential change orders. Attends construction meetings as required. Provides thoroughly researched and technically correct responses to RFIs and answer questions from the design and constructions teams.
Completes building certification (e.g. LEED) documentation. Participates in sustainability meetings. Considers energy impact when implementing designs.
Collaborates with fellow Altieri engineers of all MEPF trades to progress project design. Incorporates basic knowledge of other MEPF trades into designs. Collaborates with clients, other consultants, and contractors. Proactive when troubleshooting to avoid conflicts. Considers constructability and maintenance requirements of designs.
Actively participates in client meetings. Responsive to client requests to provide designs within the contract agreement. Works with client to identify alternative designs to support the architectural vision.
Uses international and local building codes to inform design and calculations. Applies energy codes to design and calculations. References ASHRAE handbooks to inform design and calculations. Researches alternatives to traditional design prescriptive methods when necessary.
Provides guidance to entry level and project engineers.
Executes Altieri’s obligations under the contract agreement.
Coordinates project effectively across all trades.
Serves as primary point of contact.
Manages budget, schedules, and billing. Prepares additional service requests.
Oversees construction process of project.
Additional tasks as requested.