Senior Mechanical Engineer

IPS•Albany, NY

3d•Remote

About The Position

Springtide Project Services, a division of IPS, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Albany, New York office; the position can also be full-time remote. The engineer will design mechanical HVAC systems for semiconductor facilities, including air distribution ductwork; hot, chilled, and condenser water pumping and piping; steam and condensate piping; central plants; air handling and dehumidification systems; automatic controls; and ancillary heat-transfer systems. The role also includes engineering studies and schematic design, evaluating existing HVAC and utility generation systems for renovation projects, performing design calculations and energy analyses, preparing quantity and probable construction cost estimates, and supporting project leadership. The engineer may lead less complex projects, select equipment, research design options and code issues, coordinate with code officials and other disciplines, prepare technical presentations and specialized drawings, and ensure work meets company standards. The role includes mentoring new or early-career engineers and performing other assigned tasks or special projects.

Requirements

10 or more years of engineering/design experience in the building design industry, such as HVAC systems and utility generation equipment.
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
Expertise using engineering design programs and CAD drafting software, including AutoCAD and Revit.
Thorough knowledge of mechanical HVAC system design and applicable codes.
Experience with software for load calculations and energy analysis.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Responsibilities

Design mechanical HVAC systems for semiconductor facilities, including ductwork, water and steam piping systems, central plants, air handling, dehumidification, automatic controls, and ancillary heat-transfer systems.
Assist with engineering studies and schematic design for new mechanical systems, and analyze the operation of existing systems.
Evaluate existing HVAC and utility generation systems and equipment for possible use in renovation projects.
Use engineering and design software to perform engineering and energy-savings calculations.
Assist the Project Lead with design computations and quantity estimates, and develop probable construction cost estimates.
Serve as Project Lead for less complex projects within the business unit.
Select equipment based on Project Lead recommendations and complete equipment schedules.
Research design options and document findings for the Project Lead.
Keep the Project Lead and/or Project Manager informed about workload, scope changes, and additional services.
Research code issues and communicate with code officials and other disciplines.
Prepare clear, well-organized, effective presentations for technical audiences.
Ensure drawings and designs meet company quality, production, and design standards.
Mentor, support, and guide new engineers or early-career professionals with project execution.
Perform engineering calculations, including duct sizing, pressure drops, air balancing, and equipment sizing.
Create specialized drawings, including operations matrices, elevations, details, and diagrams.
Perform additional assigned tasks or special projects.