Mechanical Engineer

Requisition Id: 1689
This position is eligible for the Referral Incentives Program.
Salary: Commensurate with experience and education
Salary Grade: S12
Job Location: Conservation Headquarters (JEFFE1) - Hybrid work may be possibility once the probation period is successfully completed. Relocation expenses may be provided.
The successful candidate maybe eligible to receive partial relocation reimbursement.
Closing Date: Until Filled
Benefits Include: Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays, Health insurance, Flexible schedule, Employment development and training, Clothing allowance, State retirement plan, Employee Credit Union, Deferred compensation saving and investment plan, Tuition reimbursement, Cafeteria program, Paid life insurance, Paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance, Employee wellness and assistance programs, State Discounts, distributed work opportunities.
Our Culture:The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a family culture focused on diversity of thought, where all employees openly share ideas and turn their passion into purpose.
To learn more about the job, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor- Linda K Logan at Linda.Logan@mdc.mo.gov or at573 5224115x3733.
Summary/Objective
Perform all types of Mechanical Engineering Design and management as required for planning, construction and operation of offices, fish hatcheries, visitor centers, wetlands and shooting ranges.
Essential Job Duties

• Collaborate to understand and create project goals and schedules.
• Conduct pre-bid and pre-construction meetings, site inspections and estimate preparations.
• Develop and review proposals to add or renovate infrastructure on department areas.
• Perform design calculations, equipment selection, and specification development to comply with expectations and building codes.
• Design HVAC, plumbing, pumping and other mechanical systems.
• Train field staff on proper use of mechanical systems, and provide troubleshooting assistance.
• Develop a program to track and reduce energy usage.
• Conduct maintenance conference.

Ancillary Job Duties

• Coordinate recycling efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Five (5) of relevant professional experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Missouri (or ability to obtain certification within the first year of employment).
• Must maintain a current, valid driver's license.
• HVAC, plumbing design work and pump applications experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge to prepare technical engineering reports, and technical specifications, as well as cost estimates and monthly contractor's pay estimates for construction projects.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate between engineers, contractors and contract superintendents.
• Knowledge to read blueprints.
• Work varying shifts and/or hours, as needed.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate programmable calculators, chemical test kits and air velocity meters.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Physical Abilities

• Remain in a stationary position 70% or more of the time.
• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
• Regularly lift up to 5 pounds, correctly lift up to 10 pounds.
• Concentrated attention is required at all times.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.
Exemption Status/Special Notes
This position has been determined to be Exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy.
Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed.
MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment.
The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment.
Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment.
All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.