Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer HVAC and Plumbing Systems Full Time Position

Fluent Engineering is a growing MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) engineering firm based in Salem, Oregon. Learn more about us at www.fluentengineering.com.

Position Description

This role involves intermediate-level responsibilities and expertise in the design and documentation of HVAC and plumbing systems as part of our diverse MEP projects.

Typical Duties :

Develop and refine system plans from conceptual design through to construction documentation stages for HVAC and plumbing projects.

Depending on experience, help develop the conceptual design.

• Utilize Revit and AutoCAD to create detailed designs and technical drawings.
• Select appropriate HVAC and plumbing equipment based on project specifications and requirements.
• Translate product data into actionable design information.
• Develop and update project specification documents.
• Research and apply relevant codes and standards specific to each project.
• Calculate heating and cooling loads
• Perform system simulations to validate design parameters.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to the creation of meeting minutes.
• Conduct site visits to inspect installation progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Collaborate with project teams to manage priorities and task scheduling effectively.
• Maintain communication with clients and interdisciplinary teams under the guidance of the Project Manager or Engineer of Record.
• Provide support for other technical tasks as needed to support project and organizational goals.

Knowledge and Experience :

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 3-5 years of experience in MEP design with specific focus on HVAC and plumbing in a consulting environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Knowledge of HVAC and plumbing industry standards and codes.
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities available.

Additional Skills :

• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Capable of handling multiple concurrent projects.
• Willingness to adapt to flexible work schedules and project demands.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Detail Oriented

Company Description

Fluent Engineering was formed in 2008 to achieve three goals, the pillars of our firm : Stewardship through Design

1. Enhance the communities we serve (Stewardship)

2. Elevate our profession by applying our proprietary engineering method for the success of our clients (Through)

3. Provide a nourishing work environment for our employees so they can be creative and innovative to best serve our client’s needs (Design)

Company Description

Fluent Engineering was formed in 2008 to achieve three goals, the pillars of our firm : Stewardship through Design r n r n1.

Enhance the communities we serve (Stewardship) r n2. Elevate our profession by applying our proprietary engineering method for the success of our clients (Through) r n3.

Provide a nourishing work environment for our employees so they can be creative and innovative to best serve our client’s needs (Design)