Senior Mechanical Engineer

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Hybrid Flex Schedule is available for this Mechanical Lead career opportunity.

Mechanical Engineer- This role will sit in our Princeton, N.J. office.

The main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

  • Design mechanical systems including heating, cooling, heat rejection, air and water distribution, ventilation, air conditioning, building automation and controls.
  • Perform system design calculations, load calculations and some Energy modeling experience.
  • Select equipment for use in building systems.
  • Incorporate sustainable design methods in buildings.
  • Prepare contract drawings detailing the designed systems.
  • Report writing and specification preparation.
  • Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines and architects.
  • Attend meetings and communicate with clients to establish their needs and discuss design issues with them.
  • Manage a small project, work area or technical skill set, monitor quality of work, and is involved in client liaison.
  • Assist in the procurement of work; manage multi-disciplinary project teams including client relations and team motivation

Qualifications and Education Requirements

A baccalaureate degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited 4-year institution

Minimum of 7years professional experience in commercial/institutional building projects.

7+ years’ experience designing HVAC systems for buildings

Strong Revit capabilities

PE license highly desirable but not mandatory

Strong fundamental understanding of national building codes

Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

Strong Analytical and quantitative skills, and a demonstrated capability for analysis and strategic thinking

Strong initiative—the willingness and ability to succeed in a collaborative, team-based environment

Ability to multi-task with multiple projects in order to meet strict deadlines.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way, both verbally and in writing

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $123,539.00 - $156,695.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Princeton, NJ 08540

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