Progressive Companies · 3 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer II
Durham, NC, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expProgressive Companies is a firm dedicated to human-centered, sustainable, and inclusive design practices. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to support the design and development of mechanical systems for various project building types, ensuring compliance with established design principles and project schedules.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Provide design analysis consistent with Progressive AE standards
Coordinate the work of the mechanical design team through the schematic design development and construction document phase of a project
Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
Conduct work sessions or meetings at project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines
Determine and promote the best use of design software/technology, including Revit, AutoCAD, BSD Speclink and other emerging technologies, for presentation and production purposes
Prepare building models, detailed contract documents, construction documents, load analysis, equipment sizing, ductwork sizing, hydronic system design, plumbing design, fire suppression design, and specifications consistent with Progressive AE’s standards
Coordinate workload to complete the documents on schedule
Coordinate technical components of projects with other internal disciplines and outside consultants to ensure that conflicts do not exist in the documents
Coordinate and assist with affected disciplines that have any addendum requests for information, change proposal requests, and/or change orders and is responsible to incorporate agreed upon changes into the project documents
Complete work in a timely manner and alert the Senior Mechanical Engineer and team members when a change in scope of work changes
Provide control strategies for project budget overruns
Attend scheduled team meetings and be an active participant
Coordinate use and track shared electronic documentation and files with internal and external project team members including clients, contractors, and consultants
Lead team meetings and activities including ‘Lessons Learned’ sessions
Act as an ambassador for company-wide values and ethical standards of practice
Assist Senior Mechanical Engineer with the preparation of engineering proposals, as needed
Assist the Senior Mechanical Engineer in monitoring budget and schedule
Work with the Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide control strategies for project budget overruns
Oversee and produce contract documents that are efficient and consistent with the scope of work, schedule and fee allotted to complete the work
Identify and work with the Senior Mechanical Engineer toward solutions when inconsistencies occur as they relate to design and documentation
Foster a personal commitment and hold others accountable to a high level of external and internal client service
Exhibit a level of comfort and confidence with client representatives regarding your area of expertise
Maintain a positive relationship of trust with Client Leadership and Technical Leaders regarding your area of expertise
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an EAC/ABET-accredited program or equivalent in education and experience required for professional licensure
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with current license
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with a wide variety of project types
Strong knowledge of the mechanical engineering and documentation process
Strong experience independently designing and conducting load analysis, equipment sizing, ductwork sizing, and design of hydronic systems for large, complex tasks and assignments, as well as those of a routine nature
Strong knowledge of the production of construction drawings and specifications
Strong experience executing the quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes
Strong experience producing construction drawings and specifications
Strong knowledge of mechanical standards and regulations, and experience researching and applying/incorporating into technical documents
Strong experience coordinating and integrating work with architects, designers, engineers, construction administrators, consultants, authorities having jurisdiction, and other members of a project team
Strong experience prioritizing and managing multiple projects of complex nature while working professionally with internal and external stakeholders
Excellent track record of thriving in a deadline-driven, client service setting with experienced and less experienced staff, as demonstrated through your competencies
Strong knowledge of Revit and/or AutoCAD required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook required
Preferred
NCEES registration and NSPE membership preferred
CSI-CDT certification preferred (and training provided)
LEED AP BD+C and WELL AP certification preferred
Experience in Project, SharePoint, and Teams preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits including an award-winning wellness program
Hybrid work schedule
Summer hours
Profit-sharing
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Paid service-learning hours available to every employee
Corporate sponsorship for a wide range of community organizations and activities
Company
Progressive Companies
We are designers of a bold new future, creating high-performance structures and pathways that deliver what clients need today and preparing them for what’s to come.
201-500 employees
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