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MedVet · 2 days ago

Staff Mechanical Engineer

Worthington, OH

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

MedVet is a healthcare organization seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to serve as a subject matter expert in mechanical systems for their hospitals. The role involves leading the design and development of mechanical infrastructure, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring efficient operations across projects.

Emergency MedicineHealth CareMedicalVeterinary

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead and execute responsibilities related to the design, specification, review, and development of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, for new and existing MedVet hospitals

Focus areas include building mechanical infrastructure primarily focused on HVAC, building management systems and controls, and plumbing, including refrigeration, compressed air, fire protection systems, natural gas, LPG, plumbing, wastewater, and other thermal-fluid systems supporting medical processes

Responsibilities include system evaluations, troubleshooting, controls of modifications, engineering studies, calculations, design specifications, project estimates, detailed design, procurement, installation, acceptance testing, and performance audits

Apply project management methodologies to set targets, track progress, and report status

Collaborate with internal Facilities, Project Management, and Operations teams and external vendors, contractors, consultants, and engineering firms

Define project scope and evaluate available options before selecting the optimal solution

Evaluate repair and replacement proposals to ensure proper approach, scope, and cost

Develop project requirements, plans, and schedules

Conduct mechanical engineering studies and calculations to support detailed designs

Gather design data from existing systems to verify performance and compatibility

Create conceptual and final designs to address deficiencies or meet project needs from various departments

Oversee the development of detailed engineering drawings and specifications that support Hospital operating needs

Prepare cost estimates, secure, and review quotations

Draft white papers and business cases; assist other teams with document preparation

Interpret domestic and international codes and standards with local engineering support

Review work orders and requisitions to initiate implementation

Monitor project progress to maintain schedules, resolve issues, control costs, and report status

Ensure successful performance testing, documentation, and project acceptance

Inspect conditions in the field and construction sites

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringHVAC SystemsProject ManagementAutoCADRevitBluebeamNFPA CodesMultitaskingLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or other related field

5 years of engineering experience with project management and operations exposure

Strong communication skills

Construction and operations experience required

Proven leadership in corporate and engineering teams

Strong multitasking and organizational skills

Experience and confidence in investigating issues, troubleshooting components, thoughtful adjustment of control settings, and monitoring the results

Familiar with commercial HVAC systems; split systems, packaged air handling (constant or variable), variable refrigerant flow, etc. and major manufacturers; Trane, Carrier, Daikin, Mitsubishi, etc. and their control systems

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and mechanical engineering software

Experience with NFPA codes and FM Insurance guidelines

Ability to climb ladders and work on roofs or scaffolding

Occasional light lifting and hand tool use