Senior Mechanical Engineer

Springtide Project Services•Albany, NY

1d•$168,650 - $183,300

About The Position

Springtide, 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; dehumidification; automatic controls; and ancillary heat-transfer systems. The role includes engineering studies, schematic design, analysis of existing HVAC and utility-generation systems, engineering calculations, cost estimates, equipment selection, and preparation of drawings and schedules. The engineer may serve as Project Lead on less-complex projects, coordinate with project leads and managers, research code issues, communicate with code officials and other disciplines, and mentor early-career professionals. Designs and drawings must meet company quality, production, and design standards.

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 with engineering design programs and CAD drafting, 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) licensure.

Responsibilities

Assist with engineering studies and schematic design for new mechanical systems and analyze existing system operation.
Analyze existing HVAC and utility-generation systems and equipment to determine their suitability for renovation projects.
Use engineering and design software to perform engineering and energy-savings calculations, including IESVE, Carrier HAP, and eQUEST.
Assist the Project Lead with design computations, quantity estimates, and 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 comply with company quality, production, and design standards.
Mentor, support, and guide new engineers and early-career professionals in project execution.
Perform engineering calculations for design, including duct sizing, pressure drop, air balance, and equipment sizing.
Create specialized drawings, including operations matrices, elevations, details, and diagrams.
Perform additional tasks or special projects as assigned.