Senior Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
STV is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Buildings Division in the Douglassville, Pennsylvania office. The role designs mechanical systems for facilities across healthcare, education, municipal, industrial, federal, and science and technology markets. The engineer works with a multidisciplinary design team throughout the project life cycle, from planning through construction documents, and develops contract plans, specifications, and supporting engineering calculations. The position calls for a self-motivated, technically focused engineer who can also engage architectural designers early to influence conceptual design. The engineer will produce and coordinate design documents, support construction administration, conduct studies and site investigations, and participate in client, contractor, and agency interactions. The role also contributes to project proposals and estimates. STV lists a compensation range of $170,537.75–$194,900.29, with final pay dependent on factors such as geography, education, experience, and certifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
- Professional Engineer license; licensure in multiple states is a plus.
- At least 15 years of experience designing engineering systems for large, complex buildings.
- In-depth knowledge of boiler and chiller system design, installation, and commissioning.
- Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Nice To Haves
- In-depth knowledge of HVAC controls and control systems.
- Experience using energy modeling software.
- Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.
- Accreditation in LEED, Green Globe, or ASHRAE High-Performance Buildings.
Responsibilities
- Produce contract plans and specifications consistent with project scope, schedule, and fee.
- Prepare drawings and specifications in accordance with best practices, project design goals, and STV quality standards.
- Coordinate HVAC equipment and system requirements with architects and structural, electrical, and plumbing engineers.
- Perform construction administration, including responding to RFIs, reviewing equipment submittals and shop drawings, conducting field inspections, and preparing inspection reports.
- Conduct and attend meetings with owners, contractors, and internal and external design team members.
- Select mechanical HVAC equipment and produce project schedules, diagrams, control diagrams with sequences of operation, and equipment specifications.
- Perform heating, cooling, and ventilation load analyses.
- Work with annual energy-use projections and analyses produced by Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, IES, or similar programs.
- Conduct studies, field surveys, and site investigations.
- Prepare engineering reports.
- Prepare calculations for LEED project submissions.
- Participate in design reviews with clients and governing agencies.
- Attend project interviews, contribute to proposal language, and assemble labor-hour estimates and associated fees.
- Engage architectural designers during early project stages to influence conceptual design.
Benefits
- Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and transit and parking where applicable
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Retirement counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Back-up dependent care
- Parental leave
- Continuing education program
- Professional licensure and society memberships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
