Mechanical Design Engineer (HVAC) at Roth Staffing Companies in San Jose, California

Job Description:

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to work onsite in a full time position with our client.



Job Summary

In this role, you will perform a variety of mechanical engineering and design activities under the supervision of senior engineering staff. The Engineer will be self-motivated, organized and creative with the ability to multi-task. This individual must be able to work as a productive and engaged team member, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation, in a fast-paced environment. Strong initiative and follow-through are essential for this job.





Core Responsibilities
* Perform mechanical design utilizing various engineering software
* Perform HVAC system selections and details designs
* Select and specify mechanical equipment and devices.
* Perform submittal and shop drawing reviews; ensure accurate, timely responses to RFI's.
Document changes and clarifications to scope, schedule, and budget; advise project team.
* Review data and prepare recommendations, summaries, and cost estimates for consideration by senior engineers and/or managers.
* Write technical reports to document engineering analysis and findings.
* Conduct feasibility studies for proposed equipment and systems.
* Assist senior engineer(s) in reviewing design and development plans and/or cost estimates.
* Evaluate engineering solutions, equipment and specifications.
Acts as a technical advisor to junior professional staff assigned to the project(s).
* Coordinate, support, and communicate with colleagues across disciplines and receive direction from project leads.
* Attends and is an active participant in the design and construction project team meetings.
* Implement ATCE quality assurance procedures during the design process (e.g., Design Criteria submission, Design Checklists, Interdisciplinary Coordination Schedules, etc.)
* Proposes innovative solutions to design problems.
* Performs load calculations, detailed engineering design and compliance analysis, and prepare reports.
* Edit standard material and construction specifications to match project requirements as part of the preparation of project specifications.
Ability to implement design in BIM environment.
* May serve as a field engineer during construction by performing site visits and preparing written reports of observations.
* Other duties as assigned.
This is meant to summarize the role's responsibilities and provide some information and structure. At AlfaTech we encourage our staff to think outside the box and explore opportunities beyond the confines of one's stated responsibilities to bring new thoughts, ideas, and innovations to our company.





Ideal Candidate
* Minimum of 3 - 6 years of design experience for consulting engineer or design-build contractor
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with multiple project deadlines.
* General understanding of contract and construction documents.
* Knowledge of codes, standards, and construction/engineering processes.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Revit, and other engineering analysis and compliance software tools.
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Professional Engineer (PE) Certification, preferred.
* LEED Accreditation.
Essential Requirements
* Highly proficient in Trace 700
* Strong knowledge of State and local Building Codes
* Proficient in Revit, BIM 360



All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran s