Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to our industrial HVAC & utility system design projects on a full-time, direct basis near the Newark, DE area. Some hybrid flexibility is available. Project types are mostly industrial in nature, such as pharmaceutical and chemical industries.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design of mechanical utility & HVAC systems, including sizing and 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).
• 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).
• Develop and 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8 years of professional experience.
• Proficiency with engineering tools like AutoCAD; Microstation and Revit are a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, air handlers, chillers, pumps, fans, cooling towers, compressors, dryers, boilers, load calculations, flow, ductwork, and BIM.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly desired.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $145000.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Newark,DE.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 8, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $100,000 - $145,000