Mechanical Engineer (AEC Industry)

Title: Mechanical Engineer/Associate

Market: All of our mechanical team members have an opportunity to serve across many markets

Reports To: Team Leader of Mechanical Engineering Department

I. Summary

Mechanical Engineers and Associates operate under general supervision, applying their technical expertise to develop innovative solutions or enhance existing methods, processes, and products. Key responsibilities include contributing to the planning, execution, and evaluation of strategies designed to achieve project objectives efficiently and cost-effectively.

An Engineer is a licensed professional who has obtained a Professional Engineer (PE) certification, demonstrating advanced competency and legal authority to practice engineering. An Associate is an individual who has earned an accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering but has not yet achieved PE licensure. Associates may also have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination as part of their progression toward professional licensure.

II. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Core Function

Perform engineering tasks and work with designers to produce projects in design.
Assist Construction Administration representatives in reviewing submittals and answering questions from projects in the field.

General

Working knowledge of miscellaneous office equipment technology such as phones, copiers, plotters, scanners and computers.
Willingness to accept responsibility and accountability.
On time and dependable.
Keep accurate records of billable time and submits timesheets on time.
Completes tasks thoroughly and on time.
Effectively understand and can reiterate technical information.
Understand and follows company structure.
Understands and follows department standards and procedures.
Understand floor plans, sections, details and architectural concepts.
Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners.
Proactively communicate any concerns, problems or technical decisions that impact the project.
Offer solutions and value engineering where required.

Activities

Participate in company technical training to gain understanding of process and knowledge of field.
Collaboration on projects to develop a plan for actions required to meet deadlines.
Creating, organizing and plotting construction sets for issuance to the field.
Preparation and modification of engineering drawings using computer-aided systems such as AutoCad or Revit. Modification includes complex drawing cleanup, in depth mechanical calculations and mechanical distribution setup.
Active and participating member in a professional organization or society.

Mechanical Engineering and Design

Typical systems designed at this level are packaged and terminal equipment, variable and constant volume air distribution including ductwork routing and sizing and air device selection and sizing.
Setup of construction drawing set including basic mechanical system layout and connections. Typical systems designed at this level are packaged and terminal equipment selections and air distribution including ductwork routing and sizing and air device selection and sizing.
Understands mechanical systems and principals used in design.
Performs advanced HVAC load calculations.
Performs and demonstrates HVAC energy compliance using ComCheck, Title 24, FlaCom and other energy compliance software and provides supporting documentation.
Develop engineering sketches or schematics, layouts, details and/or drawings.
Perform advanced HVAC calculations such as external static pressure, system and zone heat losses and gains and ventilation calculations for complicated systems.
Sizes air devices, ductwork and piping.
Size, select and layout HVAC equipment and systems.
Learning and understanding applicable building codes.
Ability to perform an energy model and interpret model results.
Research and prepare basic reports for feasibility studies, life cycle cost analysis and other similar reports.
Able to edit specifications with assistance from senior engineers.
Perform basic opinion of costs.
Perform detailed mechanical surveys.
Creates trainings to teach others basic tasks with the department.

Expectations of all employees

Demonstrate acceptance of responsibility; show pride in work performed; demonstrate flexibility in acceptance of assignments and schedules; maintain professional behavior and appearance; exhibit dependability.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities

There may be direct supervisory responsibilities associated with this person. Studio Directors may assign designers or co-ops to be under engineer’s supervision.

IV. Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (B.S) from a four-year university or equivalent experience is required.
Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate preferred with goal of obtaining a P.E. license.
- To be an Engineer in training requires passing of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

Experience

Any previous consulting engineering or construction field experience is desired.
Preferred similar co-op experience.

Communication Skills

Verbal – Convey easily and quickly any message; Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens attentively and seeks clarification; Maintain professional nonverbal communication analogous to situation

Written - Writes clearly and informatively with a high level of sophistication; Presents numerical data effectively.

Computer Skills

Basic computing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is desired.

V. Performance Metrics

Accuracy of completing tasks.
Timeliness of completing tasks.
Willingness to help and go the extra mile.
Attitude.
Punctuality.
Consistency in performing and completing tasks.
Ability to gain engineering knowledge and consistently apply it.
Thoroughness and accuracy in completing calculations.
Attention to drafting detail.
Understanding and application of company standards.
Provides departmental process improvement ideas for optimizing efficiency.
Attends department technical meetings.
Provides input to department meetings.

Work Environment and Flexibility

KLH supports a flexible work environment and recognizes that effective work can be accomplished in a variety of settings. Work location expectations are determined by the roles and responsibilities of each position and the needs of our clients and project teams. Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be considered based on role requirements, performance expectations, and business needs.

About KLH Engineers

Founded in 1955 and nationally ranked among the top engineering firms, KLH Engineers is redefining excellence in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology design. We serve civic, education, healthcare, hospitality, lifestyle, industrial, retail, and workplace markets with a commitment to innovation, transparency, and bold leadership. At KLH, we invite every voice to shape the future, embrace challenges as opportunities, and deliver solutions that matter.

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