Healthcare - Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Responsible for the design and technical systems for large, complex projects from schematics through construction administration.

TYPICAL DUTIES - PROJECT RELATED

• Responsible for building system concepts and documentation process from schematics through construction administration phases within the discipline.
• Function as Discipline Team Leader on large, complex projects when assigned.
• Responsible for directing and overseeing project team members within the discipline.
• Prepare and monitor project status reports.
• Prepare and document required code research for project.
• Participate in the development of the project cost model and design to it.
• Develop and maintain Mechanical Basis of Design Journal through the life of the project.
• Conduct material and product research as required for project development.
• Attend project meetings as necessary.
• Interface with other Discipline Team Leaders.
• Respond to client questions / requests within 24 hours.
• Document interpretation and submittal reviews during bidding and construction administration.
• Monitor staff to produce quality architectural and engineering services within a project team concept.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

TYPICAL DUTIES - NON-PROJECT RELATED

• Mentor support engineers to help prepare them for greater project responsibilities.
• Provide feedback to the supervisor on performance of support engineers.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality and services, and participate in the implementation.
• Participate in in-house training activities.
• Participate in related professional organizations and activities.
• Offer recognition to those staff members who you observe doing excellent work and / or things beyond their job expectations.

SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and licensure are required.
• LEED Accredited preferred.
• Minimum six years' experience in A / E industry preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional services from schematic design through project close-out, including design and technical expertise.
• A comprehensive understanding of the coordination aspects and related requirements of all design disciplines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, and strong organizational skills.
• Possess the ability to motivate and mentor staff, and delegate work assignments.
• Computer and CADD literate.
• Very detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic and flexible.
• Ability to work well with others under deadline situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Capable of traveling to and from project sites for attending client, project and construction meetings.
• Ability to access existing and new project sites for observation, investigation and evaluation purposes.
• Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes.

Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.