As part of the Buildings Group for Garver, this Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing mechanical designs in support of various Buildings Design Business Line projects. Specifically, this responsibility will include a variety of projects related to leading the planning, design, and commissioning of:

Building HVAC system(s)

Building plumbing system(s)

Building fire protection system(s)

Whole building energy modeling

Building sustainability requirements reporting

In addition, this role will include coordination with other support disciplines, and coordination with regional offices. Assisting project managers in management of projects. Following quality assurance and quality control plans. Periodic travel to project sites will be required.

Abilities and attributes needed for this position:

Knowledge of mechanical engineering and sustainability principles

Mentor and train technical staff.

Interfacing with clients on project design, delivery, and construction.

Managing project budget and schedule compliance.

Overseeing the mechanical design of building projects throughout the project lifecycle from the conceptual phase, design phase, and construction phase.

Utilizing BIM design software to produce construction drawings

Utilize Microsoft Excel based calculation tools for design calculations

Manage multiple assignments concurrently

Be responsible for time management and product quality

Follow Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans

Be responsible for continuing education and learning based on project needs, as well as overall needs of the team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or architectural engineering with a mechanical focus from an ABET accredited university or college.

Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam

Must have a knowledge base of mechanical engineering principals related to building mechanical designs

Proven experience overseeing mechanical designs, including detailed plans and specifications for building projects

Technically competent in building mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems

Must have strong communication skills

Experience with Autodesk Revit

Must be proficient with MS Office Suite

Preferred Skills

Licensed Professional Engineer

Experience with AIA MasterSpec

Knowledge of Federal Agencies design criteria

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Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at .