Senior Mechanical Engineer [Boston]
Job Overview
A senior engineer works with other MEPF engineers to design building mechanical systems. A senior engineer is involved in all project phases, beginning with concept design and studies.
Responsibilities And Duties
System Design: Calculations Reviews and/or performs system design calculations to inform design including: Heating and cooling load calculations. Pipe and duct pressure calculations. Psychrometric calculations. ASHRAE Standard 55 and 62.1 calculations. System Design: Drafting Utilizes Revit 3D drafting software to layout ductwork, piping, and equipment. Produces drawing sets, including but not limited to, drawing notes, details, and single line diagrams. Selects all equipment, including complex equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units. Uses knowledge of different mechanical system types (dust collection, kitchen exhaust, steam systems, etc.) to inform design. Gains familiarity with control systems and sequences of operation. Edits outline and book specifications to fit project needs.
Life Safety Performs life safety system calculations including: Elevator Machine Room exhaust design and calculation. ASHRAE Standard 15 calculation. Stair and elevator pressurization calculations. Post-fire smoke purge system design and calculations. Locates equipment for atrium exhaust. Designs systems to maintain required fire and smoke rating (fire and smoke dampers locations). Places duct and equipment smoke detectors.
Construction Administration Reviews submittals, RFIs, contractor estimates, and potential change orders. Attends construction meetings as required. Provides thoroughly researched and technically correct responses to RFIs and answer questions from the design and constructions teams.
Sustainability Completes building certification (e.g. LEED) documentation. Participates in sustainability meetings. Considers energy impact when implementing designs. Designs.
Design Coordination Collaborates with fellow Altieri engineers of all MEPF trades to progress project design. Incorporates basic knowledge of other MEPF trades into designs. Collaborates with clients, other consultants, and contractors. Proactive when troubleshooting to avoid conflicts. Considers constructability and maintenance requirements of designs.
Client Interface Actively participates in client meetings. Responsive to client requests to provide designs within the contract agreement. Works with client to identify alternative designs to support the architectural vision.
Code/References Uses international and local building codes to inform design and calculations. Applies energy codes to design and calculations. References ASHRAE handbooks to inform design and calculations. Researches alternatives to traditional design prescriptive methods when necessary.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering, or similar field.
10+ years of relevant experience.
PE license preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Autodesk Revit.