Mechanical Engineer at Cushing Terrell in Kalispell, Montana

Job Description:

Join us to design places that make a difference

As a Cushing Terrell team member, you will create built environments that push the boundaries of cutting-edge design and contribute to thriving communities. You will join a multidisciplinary team of talented engineers, architects, designers, planners, and business professionals who work across 17 office locations and remotely throughout the United States. Our vision is to shape a new world using knowledge and creativity to educate, enlighten, delight, unite, preserve, sustain, and forever improve.

Qualifications* you will bring to the table:

• A Bachelors degree or higher education in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 10 years experience in Consulting HVAC Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to design complex HVAC systems with high standard of quality
• Proficient in design of many HVAC systems, such as VAV systems, DOAS systems, VRF systems, Data Room Cooling systems and Package rooftop systems
• Proficient in design of Chilled Water-Cooling and Hydronic Heating systems
• Advanced knowledge of Heating/Cooling load and Ventilation calculations
• Advanced knowledge of hydronic pipe sizing, pump selection, duct sizing and fan selection
• Working knowledge of plumbing systems, such as domestic hot & cold-water systems and waste and vent systems
• Proficient in application of Mechanical Building Codes
• Proficient at writing specifications for mechanical projects
• Ability to collaborate with peers and lead a team of engineers and drafters to produce high quality construction documents
• Ability to provide a high level of client service
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

*Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they dont meet 100% of the listed requirements? We dont want you to hold back! If you dont check every point above but still feel like you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!

As a Team Member at Cushing Terrell, you will*

• System knowledge of multiple HVAC system types and proficient with layouts of HVAC equipment, duct and hydronic piping systems
• Proficiency with building codes as related to HVAC and Plumbing design
• Drive the development of HVAC design from initial concept through construction drawings
• Proficient at project coordination with other trades including architectural, electrical and structural
• Development of project estimates and ability to design systems within budget constraints
• Perform and/or review others load calculations, equipment selections, duct and pipe routing
• Knowledge of temperature control systems and experience writing sequences of operations
• Project specification development
• Prepare project proposals and engineering fee estimates
• Construction administration duties including submittal review, field inspections, RFIs and change requests
• Integration with the entire Cushing Terrell mechanical service sector outside of Kalispell with regard to work sharing, knowledge transfer and standards development
• Maintenance and development of strong client relationships, including design build contractor relationships
• Ability to review and design building plumbing systems
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and time management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

*The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach. On occasion, individuals will be required to visit a client site to perform site verifications and field surveys.

Your pay

The salary for this position is based on the location/s posted. If you are a candidate living outside of (this region/these regions), we still encourage you to apply as salary ranges may differ across states/cities/job markets.

• Expected Range*: $100,000 to $115,000 annually
• The position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus

*The actual salary offered for the role will be determined based on various factors including but not limited to; years of experience, licensure status, location, level of job-related knowledge, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law).

Why Cushing Terrell?

Cushing Terrell offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as a nationwide High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with HSA, dental, and vision coverage for both you and eligible dependents. A 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with a 5% employer match. 8 paid holidays and PTO accrual. Professional and personal growth are equally important to us; we offer advancement opportunities and are committed to continuing education and mentorship opportunities for all our team members.

Cushing Terrells Work Smart Program is a flexible work arrangement designed to acknowledge and embrace flexibility in our work environments and preferences. While we prefer that our team enjoy the benefits of in-office work collaboration, team members in most roles with more than 3 years of professional experience may have the flexibility to work remotely, on a hybrid schedule, or 100% in the office.

View our Employee Benefits Guide for more information.

Equity

Cushing Terrell is committed to pursuing, achieving, and preserving a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion within our firm, partnerships, communities, and the places we design. We are invested in expanding awareness of different lived experiences, building capacity for understanding and mutual respect, and implementing practices that uphold our commitments.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, age, color, religious creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, military status or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

If you need assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with us, please call 406.248.7455. We will review requests for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. If you are having difficulty applying through an external website, please visitwww.cushingterrell.com/joinus/

We look forward to hearing from you!

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