Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC / Utility Systems at Pennoni in Newark, Delaware

Job Description:

Pennoni is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm founded more than five decades ago. We approach engineering challenges from a wider spectrum of angles than most, from land development to energy management. Our goal is to help communities and private sector clients alike navigate the ever-changing technological advancements available and learn how best to integrate "smart" solutions into the current landscape to make them a part of resilient and sustainable planning. Our combination of talent and experience generates unprecedented solutions for diverse and iconic projects around the globe.


Pennoni is hiring! We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to contribute to our industrial HVAC & utility system design projects on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Newark, DE .



Primary Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design of mechanical utility & HVAC systems; this includes sizing as well as selection of building mechanical equipment (such as air handlers, chillers, pumps, fans, cooling towers, compressors, dryers, boilers, VRF & DX split systems, and terminal devices).
• Perform a variety of engineering calculations (e.g.: HVAC load & ventilation air calculations, psychometrics, pipe flow/pressure drop, ductwork sizing, ductwork static pressure, hydraulic analysis for piping sizing and layout, etc.).
• Utilize building load calculation software (such as Trane Trace).
• Develop building energy models, when necessary.
• Apply knowledge of relevant MEP industry codes & standards (e.g.: ASHRAE, ICC Codes, NFPA, SMACNA, etc.).
• Develop / write equipment & project specifications.
• Interact with internal team members as well as external stakeholders (i.e.: clients, vendors, and contractors).
• Provide subject matter expertise (SME) and technical guidance to other Engineers and Designers in the MEP group.
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related technical discipline).
• 8+ years of professional experience working in Mechanical Engineering, preferably with the design of HVAC and/or utility systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PE credential is preferred!
• Proven expertise with HVAC and Mechanical Utility system technology.
• Experience with laboratory space and plumbing system design.
• Proficiency with engineering tools (e.g.: CADD, BIM, etc.); experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and/or Revit is a plus!
• Experience working with HVAC/R modeling tools; experience with Trane TRACE is preferred.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment (with both co-workers and clients) with minimal supervision while displaying a positive attitude.
• Excellent organizational skills, especially with a proven ability to work in an energetic and challenging work environment on a variety of projects; this person will be expected to demonstrate a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).

Why Work With Us?

At our core, we recognize that the unique qualities of our Pennoni individuals are essential for innovation and growth as a whole. Pennoni, an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm, offers many opportunities to help you build your career. We continually strive to build a great workplace where our employees trust the people they work for, enjoy the people they work with, and take pride in what they do.


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