Sr Mechanical Engineer

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer to be based in our Columbus, Ohio office. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for working on various designs of high-performance buildings across multiple sectors, including Corporate Workplace and Commercial buildings, Federal Civilian and DoD, Healthcare, Mission Critical, Justice, Logistics, and Higher Education projects.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer should have the ability to work independently and fulfill design requirements for both small and large projects. The ideal candidate will take the discipline lead on projects involving new facilities, as well as the renovation, modernization, and repurposing of existing buildings. They should possess excellent organizational skills, demonstrate critical thinking, promptly identify issues, and contribute to finding solutions.

US West Buildings & Places Practice has a vast market spread and geography, providing opportunities across a wide range of project typologies, including Science & Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Commercial, Aerospace, Higher Education, Industrial and Process, Transportation, Aviation, Sports and Federal market sectors across the western United States and beyond. As a dynamic team of Architects, Planners, and Engineers. We strive to incorporate beauty, sustainability, resiliency, equity, and innovation in our projects.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

•  Be proficient in all aspects of mechanical system design, including HVAC, for projects of all sizes, leading junior engineers in engineering design development and professional growth.
• Assist in proposal preparation in conjunction with the senior leadership of the office, write reports for internal and external purposes based on findings, and work cooperatively with managers and other employees to achieve the company's mission.
• Ensure discipline plans meet overall project team requirements for project scope and schedule, staying current on codes and technologies relevant to the mechanical (HVAC) discipline.
• Handle engineering design (HVAC) from concept through construction administration, conducting research, developing, designing, and specifying mechanical systems, equipment, components, and materials, applying principles and techniques of mechanical engineering.
• Organize and conduct site visits to collect data and evaluate mechanical systems, equipment, components, and materials for projects.
• Complete assigned engineering and design tasks in accordance with client-specified criteria and applicable codes and standards, review junior team members' work for quality and training requirements.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and act as the lead mechanical engineer to ensure projects are delivered within budget and on schedule, while managing the mechanical team, including HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing.
• Ensure conformance with standards, established design practices, applicable codes, and technical adequacy of design and construction.
• Review and approve shop drawings and attend client meetings during the construction administration phase.

• Mentor and guide junior engineering staff, fostering professional growth and skill development.
• Evaluate team members' technical abilities and provide constructive feedback to address skill gaps.
• Develop tailored training plans and encourage knowledge-sharing to enhance overall team competency.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited program.
• BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Completion of Fundamentals of Engine