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Mechanical Engineer

Resource Consulting Engineers
Ames, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Resource Consulting Engineers, LLC (RCE) is a top-tier firm that listens, evaluates, and designs healthy buildings in the fields of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering for the Midwest. In this position, the Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for performing mechanical, plumbing, and fire-protection systems design for our projects, including HVAC systems, process heating and cooling systems, plumbing system design, and fire-protection system design. This individual will work both with other firm staff and directly with clients. There is significant potential for career advancement with this position as the firm continues to grow.

Company Culture

RCE is a collaborative company that endeavors to provide insightful and helpful serves to the surrounding community by designing nurturing environment both inside and outside the company. RCE invests in its employees, supports growth in teammates, and fosters a culture of collaboration, flexibility, and open communication, to ensure client satisfaction and loyalty by solving problems better.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Develop HVAC system and plumbing designs for various project types, including commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings with guidance from a senior engineer.
  • Design and analysis of fire protection systems
  • Complete calculations related to mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, including use of design software for mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems
  • Production of mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection drawings
  • Assist in the development of study or report documents
  • Review of submittals from contractors
  • Response to contractor questions
  • Conduct field investigations, including site visits, surveys, and assessments of existing systems
  • Ensure designs comply with local, state, and federal codes and regulations, including ASHRAE standards

Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Construction Engineering
  • Experience with design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license or Engineer In Training (EIT) licensure or certification.
  • 3-10 years of experience in HVAC design for commercial, industrial, or institutional projects
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other HVAC design software (e.g., Trane TRACE, Carrier HAP, etc.)
  • Ability to work effectively with other team members and clients - ideal candidate will have experience meeting independently with clients.
  • Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage a few key projects and deadlines effectively with input from more senior engineers.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Benefits

  • Generous vacation and sick time
  • Individual retirement plan with company contributions
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Supplemental pay types

  • Bonus pay annually
  • Work Location

  • Ames or Des Moines – hybrid plan with part-time remote work opportunities
  • Schedule

  • Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
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