About the Role
Cushing Terrell is seeking an Experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of complex HVAC and plumbing systems for a variety of building types, working alongside a multidisciplinary team. Success in this role means producing high-quality, code-compliant mechanical designs, mentoring and leading a team, and being a trusted technical resource.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of HVAC design concepts, independently or in collaboration with other engineers
- Conduct site assessments and building analysis to produce engineering reports and improvement recommendations
- Identify energy conservation measures, including potential savings and implementation costs
- Provide quality control review of mechanical designs and deliver constructive technical feedback
- Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge, making technical decisions and reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers and drafters to produce high-quality construction documents
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in consulting HVAC engineering
- Licensed Professional Engineer, or ability to obtain licensure
- Proficient in Revit MEP for mechanical design and coordination
- Ability to design complex HVAC systems, including VAV, DOAS, VRF, data room cooling, and packaged rooftop systems, as well as chilled water and hydronic heating systems, including pipe, pump, duct, and fan sizing and selection
- Advanced knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation, and mechanical building codes
- Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of engineers and drafters to produce construction documents
- Proficient in writing mechanical specifications
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience producing 3D coordinated mechanical models in a multidisciplinary BIM environment
- Skilled in HVAC load modeling software, such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam, Revit MEP, and relevant HVAC design software
- Working knowledge of plumbing systems, including domestic hot and cold water and waste and vent systems
- Advanced understanding of digital temperature control systems and sequences of operation
Skills
- Revit MEP
- HVAC load modeling software
- Microsoft Office 365
- Bluebeam
- Mechanical design
- HVAC system design
- Plumbing system design
- Digital temperature control systems
- Communication skills
Location
- On-site
Work Type
- On-site
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Experienced
- Minimum of 10 years' experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Salary/Compensations
- $90,000 to $130,000 annually
- Eligible for an annual performance bonus
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets
- Company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team
About the Company
- Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments.
- Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.
- At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments.
- We support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff.
- Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, 'design meets you.'
- Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole.
Equal Opportunity
- Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
- Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.
