Project Mechanical Engineer V

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply.

This role is remote within the U.S., with a preference for candidates located in or near: Arlington, VA; Baltimore, MD; Boston, MA; Buffalo, NY; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Minneapolis, MN; Pittsburgh, PA, or St. Louis, MO. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will perform as a high-level specialist in a lead role for the mechanical engineering team.  Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, sports, corporate commercial and science and technology. 

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform and direct complex design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems for large scale size buildings. Able to work independently in all Mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the design team.
• Serve in the QAQC process and an independent reviewer.
• Oversee, guide, mentor and provide technical leadership to designers and engineering team.
• Direct the work of less experienced staff including the development and presentation of annual performance reviews.
• Oversee the use of engineering complexities related to the use Energy Model software.
• Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Review and accept selective shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team and attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget.
• Participate or lead value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering team.
• Recommend improvements with reference standards and processes to improve quality, coordination, and to streamline production efforts.
• Conduct staff development activities including work planning, budget development, scheduling in conjunction with the Project Manager.
• Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
• Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.  Attend and participate in construction meetings. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• Represents company in project activities; directs activities of project team members; represents company in business development and marketing activities. May serve on internal and/or professional committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Minimum of 10 years of related experience required.
• Current PE in the United States required.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical engineering.
• Ability to serve in QAQC process and as an independent reviewer.
• Must be a critical thinker.
• Must be highly analytical.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to interface effectively with clients and members of the design team.
• Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Must be a fully qualified professional able to perform work with a high degree of latitude, with some ambiguity in work.    
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required.

The salary range for this position is $117,708 to $147,084. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at  https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.