Summary
As a mechanical engineer at C2AE you will be working on multi-discipline project teams, collaborating to bring a project from concept to construction. You will be responsible for designing and detailing in BIM from initial design through construction for HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems, coordinating with other disciplines, developing mechanical specifications and establishing/achieving project quality standards.
Responsibilities
Design (90%)
- Prepare and modify engineering documents as directed by a Professional Engineer.
- Create and manage mechanical BIM models from initial design phase through construction for HVAC, plumbing and fire protection system designs.
- Prepare bid and construction drawings including system and equipment layout, diagrams, schematics and schedules consistent with quality and BIM standards.
- Support Revit Team in creating and managing BIM templates, families, libraries and details for the mechanical discipline.
- Provide assistance with engineering activities including calculations, fixture selections, code reviews, QAQC and LEED compliance.
- Develop solutions to technical and design problems following established standards.
- Use discipline-specific software to assist with the design, including data collection, analysis, and equipment selection.
- May work in the field to collect data for other teams, assess existing conditions, and review construction progress & quality.
- Write detailed field reports.
- May assist team in construction administration document management.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Administrative (10%)
- Participate in team meetings, all staff meetings, and other non-billable planning sessions.
- Participate in training and development activities as needed and directed by supervisor.
- Perform administrative tasks including, but not limited to, time sheet completion, expense reports, completing correspondence, etc.
Competencies
- Technical Knowledge: Possession of a designated level of technical engineering skill or knowledge and the ability to keep up with current developments and trends in the discipline. Knowledge of statuses/codes/ regulations, including program procedures, methods and practices, and their application to specific situations
- Engineering Design and Analysis: Ability to identify, develop, and analyze engineering designs and/or specifications. Ability to plan and modify methods. Ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
- Communication: Ability to communicate, in written and oral form, detailed and technical engineering information, guidelines and standards/statutes/codes/regulations to various audiences to ensure that they understand the information and the message, and to seek consensus decisions.
Technical Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree, preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree, desirable
- 2-6+ years relevant work experience
- Experience using Revit, preferred
Physical qualifications
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
- Physical dexterity and ability to negotiate around a crowded and busy working office area, and around a crowded and busy working area, including construction sites
Organizational Relationships
Reports to: Mechanical Engineering Supervisor
Directs: n/a
Location
We are looking to fill one position in either our Grand Rapids, MI or Lansing, MI office, dependent upon candidate's geographic location. Grand Rapids would be the preferred location.
FLSA Classification
Non-Exempt; Grade 1
Exempt; Grade 2+
Equal Opportunity
C2AE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, , national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, working conditions, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
