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Burns & McDonnell · 4 days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Oak Ridge)

Oak Ridge, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is an award-winning firm specializing in engineering, architecture, construction, environmental, and consulting services. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead mechanical design projects, prepare specifications, review vendor drawings, and ensure quality and compliance while building client relationships and mentoring less experienced engineers.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers

Prepare mechanical equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations

Review mechanical equipment vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers

Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders

Applies expert knowledge of commonly used mechanical concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the mechanical engineering services industry

Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions

Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software

Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of mechanical systems

Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients

Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications

Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met

Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits

Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance

Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance

Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the mechanical engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers

Responsible for QA/QC process adherence

Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines

Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringDepartment of Energy experienceAutoCADBIM (Revit)Hydraulic analysisHVAC analysisFundamentals of Engineering (FE)Team buildingOrganizationCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailCollaboration

Required

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program

Or Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering may be substituted for 1 year experience

7 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred

Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills

Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures

Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and HVAC analysis programs

Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills

Preferred

Department of Energy experience preferred

Successful completion (i.e. passing) FE or EIT preferred

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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