Mechanical Engineer II

About the role

The position in DLB’s Mission Critical Department focuses primarily on hyperscale data centers and related mission critical facilities. The Mechanical Engineer Senior Associate will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with senior design staff to advance their mechanical design skills. They will learn, through hands-on application, how to design a wide variety of projects. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team and interact closely with the Project Management Team to produce construction documents, develop and edit project specifications and assist in the construction administration process.

Responsibilities

• Aid in production of mechanical engineering documents
• Perform intermediate to advanced engineering work as directed
• Perform intermediate to advanced mechanical design tasks under a senior engineer’s supervision
• Perform intermediate to advanced computations and analysis for mechanical systems
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
• Review and write basic HVAC controls sequences of operations
• Aid in pre-construction activities
• Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findings
• Collect data and other information for construction documents
• Prepare project design and construction documents
• Aid in construction activities
• Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team
• Review shop drawings and submittals
• Review and respond to RFIs
• Review and complete punch lists and project close out documents
• Report on project progress to internal and external stakeholders
• Update and maintain shop drawing and RFI log
• Manage personal hours using company tools

Requirements

• Knowledge of designing mechanical systems
• Knowledge of codes, code analysis and specifications for mechanical systems
• Knowledge of DDC controls and monitoring for HVAC systems
• Knowledge of electrical systems related to HVAC systems
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to conduct load and ventilation calculations
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Ability to select most HVAC equipment types
• Ability to follow and create hydronic flow diagrams
• Ability to size ductwork and piping
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, with a sound knowledge of engineering fundamentals
• Minimum of three years of mechanical engineering experience

Skills

• Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance
• Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

Pay

The Pay Range For This Role Is 83,000 - 104,125 USD per year(Remote (United States))