Mechanical Engineer
More experienced staff is always available to help when the Design Engineer needs assistance. TYPICAL DUTIES: The following duties are typical of the position but are not all encompassing. Each person is expected to help out in whatever duties are required to deliver a quality product on schedule.
1. Makes calculations using engineering formulas and skills for design, such as heating and cooling loads and equipment sizing.2. Lays out portions of duct work and piping systems based on schematic layout by Project Engineer.3. Is encouraged to try to solve engineering problems using experience, judgment and education, but is expected to ask for assistance when needed.4. Works under the direction of the Project Engineer/Lead Project Engineer, and informs them of work load.5. Is expected to become proficient in the use of a computer for design and CAD/BIM applications.6. Researches design options and document findings for Project Engineer.7. Researches panel and terminal equipment selection from catalogs8.
Completes CAD/BIM mark ups9. Provides information to Project Engineer for incorporation into specifications.10. Conducts field surveys11. Provides punch list support12. Calculates space, equipment, and energy loads13. Designs room layouts14. Participates in company-wide special projects (BIM, Standards)15.Organizes and maintains project files.16. Assures that drawings and designs are in accordance with company production and design standards.17. Edits word-processing documents and understand procedures for file saving, retrieving, and transferring.18. Maintains a neat and organized work area, which allows efficient access to project information required by other team members.
LIMITS OF AUTHORITY: Has authority to perform moderately complex design duties, which are checked for accuracy by others. May not exceed budgeted hours on task without approval of Lead Project Engineer. May not change the scope of work nor deviate from any part of the design narrative without Lead Project Engineers approval.
RELATIONSHIP TO OTHERS: Works directly for the assigned Mechanical Group Leader, according to assignment. Works under minimal supervision. Helps in development of junior staff. Some client contact for project coordination. Ability to communicate with project team to minimize misunderstanding and conflicts.
Promote coordination and cooperation of in-house project. Success dependent on Key Functional Partnerships with Lead Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Staff to ensure 'zero-defect' quality deliverables.