Sr. Fire Protection Designer

Job Details

Job Summary: Highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with specialized expertise in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, coupled with a strong background in design and engineering. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and overseeing the implementation of HVAC systems in various projects. This role requires a deep understanding of thermal dynamics, fluid mechanics, and energy efficiency, along with the ability to create innovative and sustainable HVAC solutions.

Responsibilities:

• HVAC System Design: Develop and design HVAC systems in accordance with project specifications, codes, and industry standards.
• Conduct load calculations and perform system sizing to meet project requirements.
• Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, or other relevant software to create detailed HVAC system drawings.
• Energy Efficiency Optimization: Implement energy-efficient HVAC design practices to enhance system performance and reduce environmental impact.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to integrate cutting-edge solutions into design processes.
• Project Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, electrical engineers, and project managers, to ensure seamless integration of HVAC systems into overall project designs.
• Provide technical guidance and support during the construction and commissioning phases.
• Code Compliance: Ensure that HVAC designs comply with local, state, and national codes and regulations.
• Stay informed about updates to relevant codes and standards and apply them to design work accordingly.
• Performance Analysis: Conduct performance analysis and simulations for HVAC systems to optimize efficiency and address potential issues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve design-related challenges during the development and testing phases.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare comprehensive design documentation, including specifications, drawings, and reports.
• Communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Travel as needed between Ft. Stewart, GA, and Hunter Army Airfield, GA.

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment.  This job may also operate outdoors and on construction sites for field visits.

Appearance: All personnel shall wear business casual clothing for daily work. The attire worn should always ensure employees' safety from working conditions (long pants, appropriate shirts, and closed-toe shoes as required). On occasion, staff may be required to wear a business dress and personal protective equipment for certain activities. 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies up to 20 pounds. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in HVAC system design, focusing on commercial and industrial projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant design software.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC codes, standards, and regulations.
• Experience with energy modeling and simulation software.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.