Senior Mechanical Engineer Huitt-Zollars' National Capital Region office has a Senior Mechanical Engineer opportunity. This role works with multi-disciplinary design teams in the completion of studies, development of plans and specifications for a broad range of projects. The successful candidate will work on the design team delivering full plans and specifications for a wide variety of projects, both locally and in support of offices across the country. The successful candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer with at least 10 years of experience in the field of engineering related to mechanical building systems and infrastructure experience including mechanical, HVAC, plumbing systems and/or architectural engineering. Candidate must be able to obtain licenses in Virginia, the District of Columbia, and Maryland upon request.
Location: Alexandria, VA
Responsibilities: Perform whole building energy modeling used to support life-cycle analysis which will influence system decisions early in the design process. Direct junior engineers and track performance and utilization. Perform mechanical building systems and infrastructure engineering design functions on a variety of large public and private developments. Review and understand LEED requirements and verify they are incorporated into the design/construction. Review technical aspects of major design, construction, renovation and/or alterations. Able to manage or lead MEP related projects. Develop scope, budget and schedules and negotiate projects with clients. Assist with recruitment of new engineers, architects and other team members for projects as-needed. Manage design team's performance on assigned projects. Perform mechanical building systems and infrastructure engineering design functions on a variety of large public and private developments, particularly in the federal sector. Requirements: Licensed PE, registration in licenses in Virginia, the District of Columbia, or Maryland is preferred. Minimum 10 years' of related experience. Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. LEED AP, CEM credentials and experience with UFC design criteria are preferred. Healthcare design, municipal facilities, and higher education experience is a plus. Experience with high-performance sustainable systems design with a holistic integrated building systems approach. Experience with central utility plants, variable-primary flow systems, ground source systems, fan-wall systems, chilled beam systems, and energy-recovery systems. Ability to obtain Federal Security Clearance. Experience with plumbing and process piping design experience a plus. Working knowledge of building and building system codes (IBC, IECC, IFGC, IMC, IPC, ASHRAE standards and NFPA standards. Proficient in Revit, building load and energy modeling software (HZ uses Trane Trace 700 for both), Bluebeam, AutoCAD. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Unified facilities guide specifications is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication. Record holder for licensure in other states preferred but not required. Some travel required. Competencies: Acquires, understands, and applies technical and professional knowledge and skills to perform job effectively, efficiently, and safely. Understands and adheres to Huitt-Zollars policies and procedures. Stays abreast of trends and pending changes within assigned area of responsibility. Establishes, enforces, and drives policies that promotes Company vision and culture to achieve company objectives. Strong business acumen. Offers excellent communication and presentation skills in an organized, professional manner. Ability to nurture and maintain key relationships internally and externally through communication and diplomacy. Contributes to a positive and productive team-oriented environment. Offers open communication/feedback within the team. Minimizes conflict and builds collaboration to maintain productive team. About Huitt-Zollars: Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients. Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Learn more about a career with #teamHZ by viewing our LinkedIN Life page . Benefits: Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) MDLive Telehealth Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability 8 Paid Holidays Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities Paid Vacation/Annual Leave Paid Sick Leave Tuition Reimbursement Commuter Benefits Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements Term Life / AD&D insurance Cancer and Specified Disease insurance Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, type/key-in data Able to walk project site while wearing personal protective equipment May lift and carry up to 25 pounds at times. The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities Employee may be asked to walk on uneven terrain. May work in extreme weather conditions. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.
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