Mechanical Design Engineer (Entry Level) at Thorson Baker & Associates Inc

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Design, HVAC Design, Plumbing Design, Fire Protection Design, Schematic Development, Construction Documents, Engineering Calculations, Energy Modeling, Cost Estimation, AutoCAD, Revit, Communication Skills, Client Meetings, Shop Drawing Review, RFI Response, Construction Administration

Industry

Architecture and Planning

Description

Description Full-Time Mechanical Design Engineer Participate as a team member in the technical development of schematic, design development, construction documents, specifications and construction administration for institutional and commercial building projects. Thorson Baker + Associates, Inc. is a mid-size multi-discipline consulting engineering firm specializing in institutional and commercial building design throughout the United States and Puerto Rico where we help build the future. We design the buildings where we work and play, schools and universities where our children learn, healthcare facilities for our continued well-being, elderly living and retirement communities for our senior citizens and the retail and entertainment complexes where we shop and enjoy our leisure. All this is with a concern for sustainability and the future of our environment. Join TBA and help us build the places where we live, learn and work in communities nationwide. Job Duties: Mechanical design of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for institutional, retail and commercial building projects. Prepare calculations and well-coordinated, technically sound construction documents that are cost effective, efficient and constructible. Communicate and coordinate with architects, owners, other engineering disciplines, vendors, building officials, other consultants, etc. throughout the design phases of the building project. Perform engineering calculations including energy, HVAC load, building energy modeling, etc. Prepare opinions of probable cost and review project construction budgets for building projects. Must meet client schedules and internal design and construction administration time budgets. Office construction administration including review of shop drawings, respond to RFI’s, and coordinate with contractors, design team, building officials, owner, etc. through the construction phase of the building project. Able to travel nationally for pre-design site visits, design meetings, construction phase site observations, etc. and prepare detailed technical narrative reports. Requirements Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering required. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Efficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Familiar with AutoCAD and Revit. FE/EIT a plus. Capable of attending and engaging in meetings with clients, owners, contractors, etc. in a positive and productive manner. Possess a good work ethic and be efficient in job duties. Willing to work extra hours above 40 hours a week when necessary to meet project deadlines and client demands. Thorson Baker + Associates offers a flexible starting time: 8 hours Mon-Friday 8.5 hours Mon-Thursday with 6-hour Fridays 9 hours Mon-Thursday with 4-hour Fridays Benefits: 401K 401K Matching Free vision insurance Free Dental Insurance Free Short-Term Disability Free Long-Term Disability Flexible spending account Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Our company culture includes, but is not limited to: Memorable and unique social events. (2) Yearly company golf outings. Work from home flexibility. Work, life balance.

Responsibilities

The role involves participating in the technical development of design documents, specifications, and construction administration for institutional and commercial building projects, focusing on mechanical design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems. Key duties include preparing engineering calculations, cost opinions, and coordinating effectively with various project stakeholders throughout the design and construction phases.