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Burgess & Niple · 11 hours ago

Mechanical (HVAC) Engineer

Norfolk, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Burgess & Niple is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) in their Norfolk office to join their national team. The role involves developing and implementing design procedures, preparing mechanical layouts, and providing design deliverables while ensuring quality control and mentorship to junior staff.

Building MaterialConsultingReal Estate

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Work under the supervision of the MEP Section Director

Efficiently develop and implement design procedures and methods

Prepare mechanical layouts and detailed designs for a variety of new construction and renovation projects, maintaining high standards of accuracy and completeness. Stay updated with the latest advancements in design software, system design, and HVAC equipment technology, and apply this knowledge to enhance project outcomes

Provide design deliverables including construction drawings and specifications, design calculations and analysis, while assisting professional engineers in a team environment

Perform technical writing and cost estimates for studies and reports

Perform HVAC load calculations and energy modeling calculations

Perform site visits to obtain field dimensions and other relevant project data

Regularly interact with internal and external project teams to provide guidance, direction, and status updates

Attend internal and external project meetings to gather firsthand information and contribute to professional growth

Coordinate with project teams to meet deadlines and ensure project deliverables are achieved within budget and to the satisfaction of clients

Perform construction phase services, including attending on-site meetings, answering RFIs, and reviewing shop drawings

Provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative and educational work environment

Ensure strict adherence to quality control guidelines

Possess an outgoing and positive attitude. Be dependable and meet all assigned project deadlines

Qualification

Mechanical engineering degreePE designationAutoCADRevitTrace 700HVAC load calculationsChiller/boiler plant designDDC controls designAnalytical skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology or equivalent from an ABET accredited program

5+ years of experience and PE designation

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient with AutoCAD and Revit to develop mechanical design drawings

Proficient using Trace 700 to perform load calculations and life cycle cost analyses

Experience and knowledge in the design of chiller/boiler plants, VRF systems, water-source heat pumps, heat recovery systems, air handling units, and DOAS systems

Experience with design of DDC controls for major building systems