The Mechanical Engineer will design HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, perform load calculations, ensure compliance with codes, and manage projects with minimal supervision.
APD is seeking a Licensed (PE) Mechanical Engineer in the Richmond, Virginia area. This position will be responsible for engineering HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems for retail, restaurant, public infrastructure and facilities, recreation, education, and residential, with a heavy emphasis on retail design.
Key Responsibilities
- Developing mechanical drawings to construct HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems.
- Stamping of drawings.
- Performing load calculations to determine system sizes.
- Ensuring mechanical, plumbing, energy, and NFPA codes and specifications are implemented.
- Ability to adhere to deadlines and work in a fast-paced consulting environment
- Performing field visits to document and verify existing equipment and systems. Construction administration duties include answering RFIs, reviewing submittals and resolving design/coordination issues with contractors.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Minimum Qualifications
- Professional Engineering (PE) license.
- AS or BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
- 5+ years’ experience in HVAC or Plumbing & Fire Protection design.
- Exceptionally self-motivated and able to bring projects to completion with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills and experience/proficiency in PC use and application.
- Willingness to mentor junior level staff.
- One or more years of AutoCAD education, training, or related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- BS or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university preferred.
- NCEES certification.
- Professional (PE) License in more than one state.
- 10+ years’ experience in HVAC or Plumbing & Fire Protection design.
- Experience mentoring/supervising junior level staff.
- Excellent communication skills and experience/proficiency in PC use and application.
Benefits
A Great Place to Belong!
We know it...what makes APD truly great is our people.
And we appreciate them. We have a true team atmosphere, where we work to improve constantly.
APD was formed with a new vision of the future – powerful professional design and consulting services without the often-associated large company corporate bureaucracy. Managing partners are always open to suggestions to improve the office environment and processes. We support our staff with training and mentoring.
We are highly dedicated to our employees and invest in them from day one. We value happy employees – both personally and professionally. So around here, family comes first – we recognize that no one can give their best until their family is cared for.
If you desire to grow, be challenged, and be rewarded for your efforts, we invite you to consider a career with us.
APD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, professional development, paid time off, 401(k), etc.
APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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