Sr. Mechanical Engineer

About the role

KZF Design is a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and planning firm recognized as one of Cincinnati’s Top 100 Places to Work since 2021. We are passionate about creating spaces that serve, inspire, and strengthen communities. Join a team where your voice matters and your work makes a difference. We foster a culture of continuous improvement and reinvention, translating to strong client relationships, creativity, and independent thinking.

Responsibilities

• Help our clients achieve their goals
• Work with Director, Mechanical Engineers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
• Respond to estimated budget hour requests from Division Managers and Project Managers
• Aid project managers with development of project schedules and budgets
• Provide technical, project management, and client management support to projects
• Work directly with the Director and KZF project managers and assume the “day-to-day” responsibility of mechanical engineering design/production for assigned projects
• Work with Project Managers to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope, schedule, and budget
• Prepare Mechanical design and construction documents in REVIT M&P, per applicable standards
• Coverage with and prepare construction cost estimates
• Remain current with new products and tools that will assist in better meeting our client’s needs
• Conduct field investigations to understand project requirements
• Aid in quality assurance reviews
• Assist in mentoring and technical development of Mechanical staff
• Participate in value engineering
• Attend and participate in project team meetings
• Maintain technical expertise in your profession and area of work
• Assist in the development and maintenance of mechanical design standards including master specifications, Mechanical standards, drawing standard procedures, CADD standards and project documentation standards, as assigned by the Director
• Support the Construction Administration Department and other team members on projects
• Seal all documents for which you are in responsible charge
• Aid in construction administration, provide bidding assistance, review shop drawings, prepare construction submittals, participate in construction site observation, prepare Request For Information (RFI) responses, and work with the Construction Administration Department and other team members to resolve construction issues in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Capable and experienced in all areas of Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on buildings and building site mechanical systems
• Experience producing Mechanical & Plumbing design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 10+ years of hands-on design experience in HVAC systems, process cooling/heating, and mechanical utilities
• Proficiency in REVIT MEP
• Understanding and experience with design and office related computer software and operating systems
• Experience working with architects, structural engineers, civil engineers, electrical engineers, interior designers, and other technical personnel
• Experience mentoring and supervising mechanical and plumbing engineers, designers and other technical personnel
• Broad knowledge of building mechanical engineering, concept development, and final design including HVAC systems, HVAC controls, plumbing systems, fire protection, piping systems, and Mechanical utility systems, and mechanical utility systems
• Experience designing building HVAC systems to meet LEED criteria
• Experience using HVAC analysis software; Carrier HAP or NIBS Trace 700 preferred
• Experience working with architects, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, designers, and other technical personnel
• Experience mentoring and supervising mechanical engineers, designers and other technical personnel
• Comfortable with a broad range of project types
• Familiarity and experience working with building codes
• Knowledgeable in related areas of building design
• Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience managing parallel assignments
• Proactive and assertive in problem solving
• Staff management and client relationship skills
• Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
• Experience providing marketing and project interview support
• Experience working with Federal Government Agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and the US Army Corps of Engineers, a plus
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus
• LEED certification (preferred)
• Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English
• Ability to be registered in every state - (NCEES preferred)