Job description

The Assistant Mechanical Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of HVAC and plumbing projects primarily for aviation, government, and military facilities. The Assistant Mechanical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting HVAC and plumbing plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs. • Assist in the HVAC and plumbing design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion, covering various HVAC and plumbing systems: air-side/duct design, chilled and condenser water, heating hot water, steam, HVAC controls, domestic water, sanitary waste and vent and compressed gases. • Assist in HVAC load calculation and energy modeling calculations and life cycle cost analyses (LCCA) with IESVE or similar software (Trane Trace, Energy Pro, etc). • Utilizes computer programming (python, Excel VBA/macros) to further develop and contribute to design process efficiencies. • Assist in the development of production drawings for a variety of projects primarily focusing on aviation, government, and military facilities but also including power plants, industrial, life science, and commercial facilities. • Assists in the application of and develops a strong knowledge of federal design guidelines: Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS). • Assists in the application of and develops a strong knowledge of commonly used HVAC and plumbing engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the HVAC and plumbing engineering services industry: ASHRAE, ASPE, Title 24, IMC, and the IPC. • Assists in the design of HVAC and plumbing components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers. • Assist in the development of design documents in CAD software (Revit and AutoCAD). • Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers. • Assists in the compilation of information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for design projects. • Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients. • Performs other duties as assigned. • Complies with all policies and standards. • BBachelor's Degree in HVAC and Plumbing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related degree from an accredited program. • Or Bachelor's Degree in HVAC and Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering Technology from an accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required • ABET Accredidation strongly preferred. • Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred. • Basic knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills. • Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures. • Basic computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) in writing of design reports and design calculations. • Basic computer programming skills (python, Excel VBA/macros) in developing automated/efficient design calculations and processes. • Basic engineering computer skills include 3D modeling (autocad/revit preferred), energy modeling (IESVE and Trane Trace), and hydraulic analysis (AFT Fathom, Elite Ductsizer). • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills. • Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred. • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred. • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred. • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located. Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing. We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898. At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless. Are you ready to create amazing? Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

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Assist in HVAC load calculation and energy modeling calculations and life cycle cost analyses (LCCA) with IESVE or similar software (Trane Trace, Energy Pro, etc).
Utilizes computer programming (python, Excel VBA/macros) to further develop and contribute to design process efficiencies.
Assists in the application of and develops a strong knowledge of federal design guidelines: Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS).
Assists in the design of HVAC and plumbing components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
Assist in the development of design documents in CAD software (Revit and AutoCAD).
Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
Assists in the compilation of information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for design projects.
Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
BBachelor's Degree in HVAC and Plumbing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related degree from an accredited program.
Or Bachelor's Degree in HVAC and Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering Technology from an accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required
Basic knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
Basic computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) in writing of design reports and design calculations.
Basic computer programming skills (python, Excel VBA/macros) in developing automated/efficient design calculations and processes.

Nice-to-haves

ABET Accredidation strongly preferred.
Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
Basic engineering computer skills include 3D modeling (autocad/revit preferred), energy modeling (IESVE and Trane Trace), and hydraulic analysis (AFT Fathom, Elite Ductsizer).
Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.
Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.

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