Mechanical Engineer

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Design and document mechanical systems for building projects, focusing on HVAC systems and property assessments while collaborating closely with other engineering disciplines.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the analysis, design, and documentation of mechanical systems for building projects. This role includes HVAC system design, preparation of construction documents, coordination with other disciplines, technical support during construction, and participation in Property Condition Assessments (PCAs).

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Requirements

Responsibilities

  • Design mechanical and HVAC systems in accordance with applicable codes and standards
  • Perform engineering calculations related to heating, cooling, ventilation, and mechanical equipment selection
  • Develop construction documents including drawings, schedules, and specifications
  • Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and plumbing disciplines
  • Review submittals and shop drawings for technical compliance
  • Respond to requests for information (RFIs) during construction
  • Conduct site visits to verify field conditions and observe installation progress
  • Maintain project documentation and revise designs as required
  • Evaluate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related building systems as part of Property Condition Assessments (PCAs)
  • Prepare PCA reports in accordance with applicable ASTM standards
  • Coordinate with clients, internal teams, and third-party consultants for PCA and design efforts
  • Use industry-standard engineering design and documentation software

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field
  • Experience designing mechanical systems for buildings
  • Working knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, and building systems
  • Familiarity with relevant mechanical codes and standards
  • Ability to perform independent engineering calculations
  • Experience preparing or contributing to Property Condition Assessment (PCA) reports
  • Proficiency with engineering design and documentation software
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Revit or similar BIM software
  • Experience with load calculations and energy analysis tools
  • Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure
    • Note: Scope of responsibility may vary based on licensure status

Benefits

  • 95% coverage of health benefits, including Medical and Dental with optional family and/or dependent enrollment paid by employee at a group rate
  • 50% company contribution towards Vision coverage
  • 401(k) matching program: company match 100% of your deferrals up to 3% of your compensation, plus 50% of your deferrals over 3% not exceeding 5% of your compensation
  • 100% employer-paid Short-Term Disability with employee buy up options
  • 100% employer paid Life Insurance Coverage with employee buy up options
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid bereavement leave
  • Holiday pay
  • Sick pay
  • Paid vacations
  • Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 per year)

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Education Stipend: Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 per year)
  • Health Insurance: 50% company contribution towards Vision coverage
  • Life Insurance coverage: 100% employer paid Life Insurance Coverage with employee buy up options
  • Paid Parental Leave: Paid parental leave
  • Paid Time Off: Sick pay

With over 130 years of experience, Blew serves as a fixture in the Northwest Arkansas community and throughout the United States. Although much has changed since our start in 1891, Blew continues to uphold the same ideals and standards: accuracy, dedication, hard work, and customer service. Blew has successfully grown from a one-man local surveying and civil engineering company to a highly respected national land surveying and civil engineering firm with over 300 employees.

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