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Colliers Engineering & Design
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Buildings
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What they do
A Mechanical Engineer researches, designs, develops, constructs, and tests mechanical devices including machines, engines and tools. Works on devices ranging from power generators to household dishwashers to surgical equipment. May specialize in a particular type of machine or tool. May develop new devices or improve existing ones to run more efficiently.
$101,144 / year median in Pennsylvania
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Building Engineering Services group in our Philadelphia, PA office. This role will work alongside engineers and architects as part of a design team applying mechanical engineering principles towards the successful design of low to mid-rise new construction projects, as well as evaluating existing buildings for renovations or reuse. We provide a full range of mechanical engineering services to municipal, commercial, higher education and public work agencies, partnering with clients to design buildings from the ground-up or to renovate existing buildings to optimize their use. Our engineers work with clients from concept through construction to create customized, cost-effective solutions that enhance the health, welfare, safety and comfort of building occupants. Our experts are skilled at reducing energy usage while creating comfortable interior environments. Our designs emphasize performance and are built with long-term facility operations in mind. Decisions are driven by objective data and in-depth client collaboration. Responsibilities Create and assess project designs. Perform engineering calculations with software, spreadsheets, and hand calculations. Create and review HVAC and Plumbing design documents, incuding plans, notes, schedules, diagrams, and details, modeled in Revit or drafted in AutoCAD. Select equipment and write specifications. Perform quality control related tasks. Provide training and guidance to other disciplines, staff members and junior engineers. Perform site visits, survey the mechanical components of existing buildings, and make observations of ongoing construction progress. Review shop drawings and respond to RFI's. Preparation of proposals, such as budgeting hours or expectations for deliverables. Be responsive to others and share information and new ideas to improve processes and help achieve company and project goals; listen and engage in productive and critical debate. Attend training seminars and presentations by professional organizations to further engineering knowledge and develop business skills. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering with Mechanical Emphasis from an ABET accredited University. 4-10 years' experience in building engineering field. Engineering in Training (EIT) certification required, but a Professional Engineer (PE) license is desirable. Possess an advanced skill level and understanding of Revit. Expert understanding of HVAC engineering principles, calculations such as heating and cooling loads, duct and pipe sizing, duct static and pump head calcs, and psychometrics. Understanding of plumbing design principles, DWV sizing and layout, pipe sizing, storm water and natural gas pipe sizing. Advanced understanding of controls and sequences of operation. Knowledge of codes and standards such as