Sr. Mechanical Engineer

KZF Design Inc•Cincinnati, OH

13d•Onsite

About The Position

WE ARE SEEKING A SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER TO JOIN OUR DYNAMIC, MULTI-DISCIPLINED, FULL-SERVICE A/E FIRM. THIS ROLE WILL FOCUS ON THE DESIGN OF MECHANICAL SYSTEMS FOR BUILDINGS, WITH AN EMPHASIS ON HVAC SYSTEMS THROUGHOUT ALL PROJECT PHASES—INCLUDING DESIGN, BIDDING, PERMITTING, AND CONSTRUCTION. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BRING A STRONG FOUNDATION IN BUILDING MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AND A DESIRE TO CONTRIBUTE MEANINGFULLY FROM CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH FINAL DESIGN AND OWNER ACCEPTANCE. THIS POSITION OFFERS THE OPPORTUNITY TO COLLABORATE CLOSELY WITH ARCHITECTS, CLIENTS, AND OTHER ENGINEERING DISCIPLINES ON A WIDE RANGE OF PROJECT TYPES.

Requirements

Capable and experienced in all areas of Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on buildings and building site mechanical systems
Experience producing Mechanical & Plumbing design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
Professional Engineer (PE) license required
10+ years of hands-on design experience in HVAC systems, process cooling/heating, and mechanical utilities
Proficiency in REVIT MEP
Understanding and experience with design and office related computer software and operating systems
Experience working with architects, structural engineers, civil engineers, electrical engineers, interior designers, and other technical personnel
Experience mentoring and supervising mechanical and plumbing engineers, designers and other technical personnel
Broad knowledge of building mechanical engineering, concept development, and final design including HVAC systems, HVAC controls, plumbing systems, fire protection, piping systems, and Mechanical utility systems
Experience designing building HVAC systems to meet LEED criteria
Experience using HVAC analysis software; Carrier HAP or NIBS Trace 700 preferred
Experience working with architects, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, designers, and other technical personnel
Experience mentoring and supervising mechanical engineers, designers and other technical personnel
Comfortable with a broad range of project types
Familiarity and experience working with building codes
Knowledgeable in related areas of building design
Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience managing parallel assignments
Proactive and assertive in problem solving
Staff management and client relationship skills
Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
Experience providing marketing and project interview support
Experience working with Federal Government Agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and the US Army Corps of Engineers, a plus
Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus
Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English
Ability to be registered in every state – (NCEES preferred)

Nice To Haves

LEED certification

Responsibilities

Help our clients achieve their goals
Work with Director, Mechanical Engineers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
Respond to estimated budget hour requests from Division Managers and Project Managers
Assist project managers with development of project schedules and budgets
Provide technical, project management and client management support to projects
Work directly with the Director and KZF project managers and assume the “day-to-day” responsibility of mechanical engineering design/production for assigned projects
Work with Project Managers to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare Mechanical design and construction documents in REVIT M&P, per applicable standards
Coordinate with project managers regarding schedule and construction costs for each project scope of work
Seek advice and counsel from Director of Mechanical Engineering Services as needed
Interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the Mechanical work
Prepare mechanical design studies, written design narratives, calculations, and analysis, and direct Mechanical Engineering support staff as required
Research building materials and systems and select appropriate items for incorporation into the building design
Maintain a working knowledge of architectural, electrical, structural, civil, fire protection and telecom building systems; coordinate these systems with the mechanical design
Perform conceptual planning and design and confirm the requirements of assigned projects are consistent with the project scope, schedule and budget
Prepare design documents as required for all phases of design (concept, schematic, design development and construction documents)
Prepare documents in conformance with KZF standards and quality control requirements
Prepare outline and final construction document specifications, and coordinate the work with other project specifications
Assist with and prepare construction cost estimates
Remain current with new products and tools that will assist you in better meeting our client’s needs
Conduct field investigations to understand project requirements
Assist with quality assurance reviews
Research and prepare building code analysis for Mechanical Engineering work
Maintain technical accuracy, constructability, code conformance, and appropriate level of detail for project designs
Assist in mentoring and technical development of Mechanical staff
Participating in value engineering
Attend and participate in project team meetings
Maintain technical expertise in your profession and area of work
Assist in the development and maintenance of mechanical design standards including master specifications, Mechanical standards, drawing standard procedures, CADD standards and project documentation standards, as assigned by the Director
Provide REVIT support to the Construction Administration Department and other team members on projects
Seal all documents for which you are in responsible charge
Assist with construction administration, provide bidding assistance, review shop drawings, prepare construction submittents, participate in construction site observation, prepare Request For Information (RFI) responses and work with the Construction Administration Department and other team members to resolve construction issues in a timely manner