Mechanical Engineer III

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Position: Mechanical Engineer III

Department: Utilities & Central Energy (UCE)

Reporting Relationship: Senior Project Manager, UCE

COMPANY BACKGROUND 

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered. 

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com. 

The Utilities & Central Energy (UCE) group specializes in large central plant work, particularly for district energy serving cities, universities, hospitals, and manufacturing campuses. Our expertise covers both energy production and distribution. We have expertise in sustainable energy production, simple and combined cycle, combined heat and power, industrial HVAC, and medium voltage power. Our clients look for us to lead large complex projects from concept to completion, including startup, check-out, and commissioning.  

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Mechanical Engineer III plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, this individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed – both externally and internally. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly and frequently, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also actively support the business development process through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers. 

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: 

• Prepare engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and to ensure code compliance. 
• Perform engineering calculations. 
• Develops estimates for assigned scope of work and is accountable for ensuring we stay within scope. 
• Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines. 
• May approve final utilities systems/equipment selections and drawing submittals. 
• Leads utilities systems/equipment procurement efforts. 
• May manage assigned projects, driving them to completion. 
• Supports the business development process through input to proposals, meeting and presenting to prospective customers, etc. 
• May represent KFI at conferences, customer events, and through membership in industry associations. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, related degree. 
• Minimum of 7 years of Mechanical Engineering experience. 
• Basic understanding of Architectural, Electrical, Civil, and Structural Engineering construction practices.  
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application     . 
• Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers, and Project Managers.  
• Experience with Layout Work and Shop Drawings 
• A pragmatic and applied approach, while at the same time fostering a creative examination of customer needs and solutions. 
• Strong communication and influencing skills, and attention to detail. 
• Maturity and self-confidence to work with colleagues and customers.  
• Ability to assimilate a range of ideas,