Project Engineer-Mechanical

McKim & Creed has a reputation for state-of-the-art engineering services that help energy users and providers convert facilities to cleaner, more efficient energy sources; harness the power of renewables; and optimize existing infrastructure and resources. Our highly respected team of engineers, planners and project managers are committed to the innovation, sustainability and resource efficiencies that lead to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future.

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Building, Energy and Infrastructure (BEI) Group within our Orlando team. If you want to work at a company that will help you become the best you can be, we’re glad you found McKim & Creed. We look forward to learning about your passion and experience.

What To Expect Day-To-Day:

• This person is a technical lead as part of a multi-discipline project team on projects in the Buildings, Energy, and Infrastructure group, in support of Mechanical (HVAC, plumbing and fire protection) systems for facility types including healthcare; higher education; institutional facilities; federal, state and local government; K-12 education and support; and other commercial/industrial facilities.
• This person may serve as the Lead Mechanical Engineer for projects, producing design/construction drawings and specifications and ability to may act as the Engineer of Record for the work they perform and by subordinates they supervise.
• Acts as the Client interface for project mechanical matters.
• Undertakes and directs evaluations of mechanical equipment/systems and prepares design computations and assessments.
• Generates and oversees mechanical design/construction drawings utilizing REVIT and AutoCAD software.
• Observes mechanical construction progress and generates field observation reports.
• Assesses the condition of mechanical systems within existing facilities.
• Responsible for completion of mechanical design tasks within budget and on schedule.
• Assists in the development of subordinate staff in mechanical design best practices.
• Communicates and coordinates designs, writing of reports and correspondence with other discipline professionals, as well as representatives of the Client organization to complete work efficiently.
• Stays current with local, state & federal design standards and regulations.
• Helps develop new work and clients related to mechanical design services for healthcare; higher education; institutional facilities; federal, state and local government; K-12 education & support; and other commercial/industrial facilities.

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural Engineering with mechanical focus, from an ABET-accredited university.
• 5-8 years of documented applicable experience working on facilities similar to those described above.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida, with current NCEES.
• Resides in the greater Central Florida area, such as within one of the following counties:  Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake, Volusia, Brevard.
• Ability to work in person a minimum of three (3) days weekly in the local office located in northeast Orange County near UCF.
• Ability to travel to project locations and client meetings throughout central, east and north Florida.  Travel beyond this primary area may occasionally also be required.
• Significant experience using Autodesk REVIT gained in a similar design-related field.  Experience with AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of software, as well as Bluebeam.
• Strong knowledge of the ASHRAE Standards commensurate with their years of experience.
• Ability to climb ladders and perform field survey duties.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• A process-oriented individual with strong organization, technical and communication skills.
• A solid communicator, able to take and understand directives from Project Manager and Senior Mechanical Engineer and coordinate efforts with design team.
• Excellent Client communication skills.
• Able to complete work consistently with flexibility to accommodate varying project demands.
• Experience leading the design efforts of subordinate staff.
• Maintains a high level of precision and accuracy and is methodical in their approach to work.
• Has a high technical aptitude, interested in technology and staying current in their field.

WHAT WE OFFER:

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