Senior Mechanical Engineer Dearborn , Michigan Job Description: General Summary : The Senior Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes.
Essential Job Functions: Develop and establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with project manager and/or client
Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner's representative
Develop feasibility studies and project cost estimates
Maintains working knowledge of latest building codes and standards in the industry
Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection
Perform and/or review calculations and energy models; formulate design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection
Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) or manually with support from more junior staff
Edit or draft project specifications
Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site
Review drawings for omissions, errors, interferences, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes
Review product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance
Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, requests for reproduction services
Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications
Perform production and quality monitoring of construction documents per company standards individually and or for less experienced staff
Develop and mentor less experienced staff
Perform related duties as assigned
Employment Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field; Masters degree preferred
Professional Registration
LEED Accredited professional preferred
Experience: 15 + years of related in mechanical engineering field (HVAC/building systems)
Experience as a Mechanical lead engineer on multiple discipline projects
Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Trane Trace 700 or other building energy calculation software, and Bluebeam
Knowledge in BIM360 and Carrier HAP a bonus
Strong attention to detail
Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.
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