Description Burns & McDonnell's Chicago office is looking for an ambitious and talented Staff Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Aviation & Federal team.
At Burns & McDonnell, you'll be empowered to build not just projects, but your career. Our expansive?service offerings?mean stability, job security and incredible potential for growth. We're proud to be a?100% employee-owned company. It's the core of our DNA. It fosters a culture of ownership and entrepreneurialism, where each of us has a vested stake in the success of our company and one another.
But being employee-owners means more to us than just the financial benefit. We invest in our most important resource - our people - with an industry-leading?benefits package?that supports physical, emotional and financial health. From robust?training programs?to a commitment to?diversity and inclusion?to all the ways we?give back, our employee-owners help our clients, industries, and communities thrive.
Burns & McDonnell is looking for a highly motivated and technically skilled Staff Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Aviation & Federal design group in Chicago, Illinois. This position entails working on HVAC and plumbing technical designs for buildings such as laboratories, research and development centers, central cooling and heating plants, campus utility distributions, power plants, federal facilities and airports.
This Staff Mechanical Engineer position offers incredible career opportunities for motivated individuals seeking to advance their career with a company that invests in you. As a Staff Mechanical Engineer, you will work in a multidisciplinary integrated design team to perform the following duties:
Work with a team of designers and engineers in the preparation of design drawings and specifications to meet project deadlines.
Perform technical HVAC and plumbing design such as performing load calculations, energy modeling, selecting equipment, pipe and duct routing, hydraulic modeling, existing condition assessments, and ensuring designs are code compliant.
Active involvement in construction administration including submittal reviews, RFI responses, and meeting participation with contractors and clients.
Coordinate with other disciplines (electrical, structural, civil, architectural, etc.) and mentor less experienced team members.
Develop design criteria, design calculations, construction details, quantities, and cost estimates in accordance with the latest industry standards.
Participate in QA/QC processes for project deliverables and submittals.
Provide internal and external clients with professional and responsive service.
Assist with other duties as assigned.
The Staff Mechanical Engineer will work with project teams to create world class designs for new construction, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of project @types including laboratories, central cooling/heating plants, campus utility distribution, power plants, federal facilities, airports, institutional, and industrial facilities. The Staff Mechanical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting mechanical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
Perform mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion, receiving guidance from senior engineering staff as needed
Assemble, modify and review production drawings and specifications.
Apply strong knowledge of commonly used mechanical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the mechanical engineering services industry.
Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers and/or lead mechanical engineer.
Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software, particularly Revit.
Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.
Performs field visits for survey and documentation of existing conditions, construction progress and performs inspections, measurements or calculations as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience required. Consulting experience preferred OR
Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering Field and 2 years of mechanical engineering experience required (consulting experience preferred).
Strong 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.
Strong knowledge of applicable building codes and design standards (e.g. ASHRAE 62.1 & 90.1).
Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and HVAC analysis programs.
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
Professional Engineer (PE) License highly preferred.
Compensation
$110,000.00-165,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Mechanical Engineering
Primary Location US-IL-Chicago
Other Locations United States
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 262813
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JH #A&F
