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Position title: mep engineer specialist
Position location: iad region (including baltimore, annapolis, etc.)
Vaccination requirement
As a condition of employment at dlb, our employees must be fully vaccinated against covid-19 to protect ourselves, and our clientsMany of our clients require the vaccination for their employees and their contractors and visitors to their facilities, which includes dlbWe follow the guidance set forth by the cdc for all current and future amendments of our policies on this topic.
If you are vaccinated, we will request a copy of your vaccination card as a condition of employmentIf you are not, you would be required to work with hr to comply with this requirement.
Job summary
The mep engineer specialist will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with senior design staff and further develop their mechanical, electrical, plumbing design expertise for commercial building design and constructionThis person will work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team to produce construction documents, develop and edit project specifications and lead the construction administration process.
The mep engineer specialist will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignmentsWill execute and assist project leadership on projects of complex scopeWill work independently or under limited supervision.
The mep engineer specialist will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.
Education / experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering in mep or ae
Plus
Minimum of five years of engineering or related field experience
Essential functions
Guide and direct production of engineering documents (50%)
Independently perform intermediate to advanced engineering work
Perform intermediate to advanced design tasks under a senior engineer’s supervision
Perform intermediate to advanced computations and analysis for mep systems
Utilize autocad and revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
Review and write sequence of operations
Guide and direct pre-construction activities (15%)
Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findings
Collect data and other information for construction documents
Prepare project design and construction documents
Guide and direct construction activities (25%)
Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team
Interact directly with client on technical issues
Review shop drawings and submittals
Review and respond to rfis
Review and complete punch lists and project close out documents
Reporting (10%)
Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
Update and maintain shop drawing and rfi log
Manage personal hours using company tools
Performs other related duties as assigned
Requirements
Position requirements (intermediate level for all the following except as noted)
Knowledge of designing mep systems
Knowledge of codes, code analysis and specifications for mep systems
Skilled in design of data center or similar mission critical facilities
Skilled at producing drawings and visual aids using autocad and / or revit
Skilled at using ms office suite (excel, word, outlook, powerpoint, teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled in performing and analyzing load calculations
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to be client facing – great communication skills, ability to represent the company well in front of clients and facilitate client meetings
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Physical demands
The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments
On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds
Travel / relocation requirements
Approximately 10% travel and local site visits each week
Diversification / e-verify
Dlb associates is an eeo / affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
We are committed to diversifying our workforce.
Dlb associates participates in the e-verify program with the department of homeland security.
Benefits
Dlb associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include:
Medical, hra, fsa, rx, dental
401k
Pto
Life, disability, add
Education / experience • bachelor’s degree in engineering in mep or ae plus • minimum of five years of engineering or related field experience
