Assistant Mechanical (HVAC) Engineer

at  McKenneys Inc

JOB SUMMARY

Do you have a passion for the built environment and are motivated by working with some of the best and brightest in the industry? If so, we are seeking a creative, customer centric engineer to join our team.
If you are interested in developing solutions to complex problems, then this position holds great challenge and reward. You will be working directly with end users designing sustainable mechanical solutions for buildings that define the Atlanta and Charlotte landscapes. Your efforts will directly result in exceptional levels of comfort and energy efficiency in the facilities of our extensive client base.
Fast forward one year and you will have successfully designed numerous mechanical and plumbing systems through your knowledge of building load calculations, equipment selections and component sizing. Your initiative and attention to detail will have you positioned as the lead engineer for our construction teams responsible for delivering mechanical systems with speed, quality, and innovative thinking.

WHO WE ARE

McKenney’s is a growing company with over 75 years of exceptional service to the Southeast. We operate in a performance-based environment with a fanatical focus on complete customer satisfaction and Doing The Right Thing. We view Integrity, Humility, Respect for Others, and Servant Leadership as non-negotiable traits for ourselves. Our aspirations include work/life balance, mentorship, encouragement of new ideas and creative solutions, and sending our people home the same way they came to work with a relentless focus on safety.

JOB SUMMARY

Entry-level project engineer to work in a team environment to assist project engineers and senior project engineers in the design and develop of commercial and industrial HVAC, piping and plumbing systems. Work under the direction of a (senior) professional engineer to perform such tasks as load calculations, energy simulations, equipment selections and duct/piping/plumbing layouts. The candidate will also be required to utilize Revit 2020 or higher to develop design and permit documents.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering. Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Obtained Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification.
• Experience as an Intern or Cooperative Education Student with a company in the HVAC field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Revit 2020 or higher.
• Experience in design and development of commercial mechanical and plumbing system layouts and/or responsibility for project management for these systems.
• Elementary knowledge of the mechanical and plumbing codes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil and structural trade drawings.
• Ability to visualize three-dimensional layouts from two-dimensional drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to detail and deadlines.
• Commitment to taking and successfully passing the EIT exam if not yet completed.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals
• Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
• Possess the ability to perform duties with little direction, but with the resources available to complete the tasks as required.
• Prioritize the workload to identify and complete critical-path items in a timely manner consistent with the job schedule.
• Must possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.
• Must project a professional and polished image that inspires confidence and trust.
• Must have basic PC experience in Windows environments, working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, web-enabled applications, and database software.

• Perform load calculation inputs and simulations.
• Work with project engineers to interpret load calculations and select equipment.
• Coordinate mechanical requirements with architects, electrical, structural & civil engineers
• Develop HVAC documents including, but not limited to, duct sizing & routing, air distribution selection, pipe sizing & routing.
• Develop plumbing documents, including but not limited to, sanitary and vent sizing, domestic cold water and hot water sizing and pipe routings.
• Develop a fundamental understanding of the building codes and industry standards that govern our work.
• Utilize Revit 2020 (or higher) to support job responsibilities and document development.