HFA · 1 day ago
Mechanical Engineer (34085)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelHFA is a growing, employee-owned organization providing best-in-class mechanical design solutions for buildings across the United States. The Mechanical Engineer will support HVAC and plumbing system design, contributing to projects through all phases of design and collaborating with clients and team members.
ArchitectureIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Engineer has the ability to lead a small client/client team (1-2 staff), small projects, or portions of a large project utilizing their experience and education in HVAC systems, controls, plumbing systems and knowledge of national standards; as well as solve medium to difficult design challenges that arise on a project
Engineer should have a basic understanding of energy codes and understand their impact on a buildings design
Engineer should have a good understanding of Trane Trace
Engineer can work in an independent manner on several project and/or client types with minimal supervision from a more Senior Engineer or Designer
Engineer should have a basic understanding of simple HVAC systems, including controls, sanitary and domestic water systems, and standard design practices for each
Engineer will work with Mechanical Engineer and/or Mechanical Design Lead to communicate with client, deliver completed construction documents, and assist in construction administration as required for most project types
Engineer should be able to apply their knowledge gained through experience and knowledge of recognized national standards to simple projects, with minimal oversight from a more Senior Engineer or Designer
Engineer should have a good understanding of software assisting programs, such as Trane Trace, and be able to apply throughout the design process
Designer should be able to design and draft domestic water, sewer, and natural gas piping systems, including riser diagrams, for small to medium projects
Engineer should be good in AutoCAD and/or REVIT
Engineer should be able to train employees on company standards, drafting techniques and technical questions pertaining to HVAC, plumbing, energy codes, and Trane Trace
Engineer will work in a collaborative environment with Architects and other Engineers to develop construction documents based on a clients' requirements, including some basic project management and construction administration functions
Engineer will be able to perform quality control of their projects and others, for final review by Engineer of Record
Engineer could have direct client contact, unless in a strictly technical role
Engineer will work with Mechanical Design Lead to establish project budgets, if requested, and be able to work within budgets
Engineer will also work with Electrical Team Lead to ensure projects are financially successful, unless in a strictly technical role for the company
Engineer should be able to edit specifications on small to medium projects
Qualification
Required
Engineer has the ability to lead a small client/client team (1-2 staff), small projects, or portions of a large project utilizing their experience and education in HVAC systems, controls, plumbing systems and knowledge of national standards; as well as solve medium to difficult design challenges that arise on a project
Engineer should have a basic understanding of energy codes and understand their impact on a buildings design
Engineer should have a good understanding of Trane Trace
Engineer can work in an independent manner on several project and/or client types with minimal supervision from a more Senior Engineer or Designer
Engineer should have a basic understanding of simple HVAC systems, including controls, sanitary and domestic water systems, and standard design practices for each
Engineer will work with Mechanical Engineer and/or Mechanical Design Lead to communicate with client, deliver completed construction documents, and assist in construction administration as required for most project types
Engineer should be able to apply their knowledge gained through experience and knowledge of recognized national standards to simple projects, with minimal oversight from a more Senior Engineer or Designer
Engineer should have a good understanding of software assisting programs, such as Trane Trace, and be able to apply throughout the design process
Designer should be able to design and draft domestic water, sewer, and natural gas piping systems, including riser diagrams, for small to medium projects
Engineer should be good in AutoCAD and/or REVIT
Engineer should be able to train employees on company standards, drafting techniques and technical questions pertaining to HVAC, plumbing, energy codes, and Trane Trace
Engineer will work in a collaborative environment with Architects and other Engineers to develop construction documents based on a clients' requirements, including some basic project management and construction administration functions
Engineer will be able to perform quality control of their projects and others, for final review by Engineer of Record
Engineer could have direct client contact, unless in a strictly technical role
Engineer will work with Mechanical Design Lead to establish project budgets, if requested, and be able to work within budgets
Engineer will also work with Electrical Team Lead to ensure projects are financially successful, unless in a strictly technical role for the company
Engineer should be able to edit specifications on small to medium projects
Management Requirements: 0-3 staff
Education Requirements: BSME from an Abet Accredited Engineering Program
Licensure Requirements: Licensed Professional Engineer
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life insurance
A 401(k) with company match
An employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
A flexible work schedule
Company
HFA
Founded in 1990, HFA is a multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm specializing in delivering tailored design solutions for businesses of all sizes.
Founded in 1990
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Wilgus
President & CEO
Greg Schluterman
Mechanical Engineer / Vice President
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