Mechanical Designer 2

JOB PURPOSE:

The Mechanical Designer 2 position will help provide comprehensive mechanical engineering services geared to cover all facets of the construction process, beginning with design initiation, through the commissioning of systems. This position will report to The Mechanical Department Manager and office Principal and serve as a key member of the Engineering team. At Energy 1, our passion is to Demand Better. We live by our core values and look for employees that love to learn new things, put the team first, are customer centric, show grit and relentless determination, and lead with inventive problem solving.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Mechanical Designer 2 will possess strong abilities to work collaboratively with all members of the design team, assist and mentor new designers and effectively communicate with customers, contractors, and staff. They should be a self-starter, motivated, and able to work independently, and with others to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and respond to changing demands.

Specific Job Duties:

• Under the guidance of a mechanical engineer or experienced designer, develop and prepare detailed engineering and construction installation documents and provide engineering support during the construction phase of a wide range of project types including residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and healthcare.
• Perform drafting (Revit or AutoCAD) of mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Design of mechanical and plumbing systems including, but not limited to, forced and hydronic systems, sanitary drainage, domestic water, and fuel gas piping systems.
• Perform mechanical system design analysis including, but not limited to heating/cooling load calculations, plumbing load calculations, energy modeling, comparative system life-cycle cost modeling, and energy code compliance verification.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to gather specific information required to provide complete designs.
• Write/edit project specifications (CSI divisions 22 and 23).
• Produce complete, code compliant project contract documents including drawings and specifications to be used for permitting, bidding, and construction.
• Construction administration including tasks such as field inspections and reports, submittal reviews, RFI responses, project closeouts, as-built documentation, and issuing design change directives.
• Consult with Project Managers on business development activities, proposal preparation, project scopes and deadlines.
• Teach Designer 1’s the basics of mechanical and plumbing systems design.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to thrive in a high demand and fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates a proactive, team orientated mindset with a high level of self and team accountability.
• Is highly organized and exhibits a strong attention to details, record keeping, and follow-up.
• Operates effectively with a diverse group of people internally and externally.
• Demonstrates the ability to multitask, make quick decisions, and manage time efficiently.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills and the ability to manage complexity.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 to 5 years professional experience in mechanical and plumbing design is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Experience in referencing and understanding applicable building codes and related industry standards (International Building Codes, IAPMO codes and standards, ASHRAE standards, etc.).
• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or Revit (preferred), Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft products including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: communicate with others both physically present and on the telephone; sit and stand; move, use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is rarely required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects over 50 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical environment requires the employee to typically work in an office setting. This position will require occasional travel to project sites.
• This is an in-person/in-office position located in Salt Lake City, UT and may be working on projects nationwide and with coworkers in remote locations.
• This non-exempt hourly position may be requested to work overtime and weekends on occasion.