Mechanical Design Engineer, HVAC

Hendrix Consulting Engineers (HCE) is a consulting engineering firm that provides mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering as well as energy and commissioning services. Over 35 years, HCE has a long-standing reputation in Central Texas and is in historic Downtown Round Rock on Main Street. Our clients range from public school districts, cities, and counties to private developers. Our mission is to “create ‘buildings of tomorrow’ through superior engineering today.”

Our mechanical engineers are responsible for applying engineering principles and company values to each engineering project to provide high-value solutions for clients. The engineer should be able to communicate job requirements with architects, owners, and other engineers to have a fully coordinated design. Take jobs from start to finish with an attention to detail to ensure all components of the design are coordinated and communicated in the drawings and specifications.

HCE is looking for new team members. Join our mission and be part of a cutting-edge team that pushes for success in team members' and clients' projects. We want our team members to reach their personal, professional, and financial goals. Our core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: we are inspirational, disciplined, intentional, transparent, aligned, and results-oriented.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the overall mechanical technical content of a project using engineering formulas and skills for ensuring safety and technical accuracy.
• Review the design project for code compliance and perform code research as required to comply with applicable state, local, and federal codes. Apply in-depth knowledge of codes, including NEC, NFPA 72 and 101.
• Monitor construction progress and C.A. correspondence to ensure accurate and timely responses to R.F.I.’s and related issues.
• Review other teams' design projects.
• Participate in standards meetings within the mechanical engineering discipline.
• Identify and select equipment from appropriate manufacturing catalogs/websites for specific applications.
• Collaborate with clients and clients’ PMs to meet their objectives.
• Perform on-site investigations and surveys prior to design.
• Write mechanical HVAC specifications through completion.
• Coordinate the contract documents between engineering disciplines and architectural details; participate in coordination meetings with owners and architects.
• Provide technical support to contractors throughout construction.
• Prepare reports, opinions, and recommendations for the approval of the Project Manager concerning the direction of the project.
• Ensure timely delivery of all completed projects; meet project schedules set by the Project Manager.
• Plan time of self and other engineers/designers to ensure project is completed on time, on budget and is technically correct.
• Act as technical advisor to junior staff regarding project assignments.
• Perform design work using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Present mechanical design to owner/architect when required.
• Serve as a field engineer during construction phase of a project.

Requirements

• Mechanical engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience working with HVAC systems.
• BSME or equivalent degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven design experience in the areas of building operation, energy use, and building mechanical systems.
• Must be able to use AutoCAD and Revit for drafting and design to complete a project.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical engineering codes, including NEC, NFPA 72 and 101.
• Must be able to travel and visit work sites as necessary to the job at the time convenient for the clients, contractors, and building managers.
• Maintain knowledge and skills in the particular area of expertise by attending conferences, reviewing scientific journals and participating in specific industry standards organizations such as NFPA, IES, etc.
• PE license strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build and foster client relations.
• Critical thinking and mechanical aptitude, with proactive thinking processes.
• Strong multi-tasking skills are essential. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess a clear appreciation for deadlines; excellent time management skills are necessary.
• Must be able to be fully confidential.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY Hendrix Consulting Engineers operates as an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Assistance
• 401K
• Performance bonus pay (5% - 25% typical based on company and individual performance)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person