Mechanical Project Engineer

Overview of Position

Founded in 1892, Osborn is one of the oldest and most respected engineering firms in the country.  We are Client Inspired and Engineering Driven resulting in professionals inspired by the challenge of problem-solving in complex systems that require sophisticated, practical, and innovative engineering solutions. Osborn is a multi-discipline team of engineers and designers in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection/life safety, technology, structural, civil, transportation and commissioning. As an employee-owned firm, each Osborn employee is committed to ensuring that Projects are completed with a sense of pride and Clients’ expectations are exceeded.

Osborn Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer with 4 – 7 years’ experience for our Detroit office location who will report to the Manager of Mechanical Engineering. The ideal candidate would have strong working knowledge of Revit and Mechanical design in the Consulting Engineering environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform advanced heating and cooling load calculations with Trace or HAP.
• Develop sections and elevations of complex ductwork and piping areas.
• Develop equipment room sizes during SD and DD phases.
• Edit specifications to reflect the project requirements.
• Develop air (constant and variable) and water flows using fan and pump curves to properly select equipment for application.
• Use the psychrometric chart properly for any HVAC system.
• Meet with vendors to determine specification requirements for application.  
• Coordinate with other disciplines for all HVAC details.
• Modify sequences of operations for AHU’s, CHW and HW systems.
• Prepare design deliverables for SD, DD, CD level documents.
• Meet with contractors during the bid phase to review the design details.
• Perform field verification and take-offs of existing systems for renovation projects.
• Perform project construction administration including response to RFI’s and accurate review of submittals.
• Attend meetings with clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and other professionals as projects require. 
• Work planning and manage the design process to the available hours in the work plan.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• 4 – 7 years of experience in Mechanical Design in Consulting Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design and load calculation software such as Revit, IES VE, HAP, TRACE. 
• Knowledge of local and national building codes and design practices.
• Knowledge of standard construction practices and the ability to work with contractors to address construction issues.
• Experience in designing Healthcare, Sports, Commercial, Public Sector, Industrial, Education, and/or Institutional projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred.
• EI or PE License Preferred

Qualifications

Additional Info:

We can offer you a challenging career with one of the Nation’s most respected and diverse Engineering Firms. Attractive profit sharing and stock ownership programs supplement our competitive salary and benefits package.

All job offers will be contingent on passing a background check. Drug testing may be required for certain clients. Osborn/OSPORTS will only be contacting qualified applicants.

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NOTE TO RECRUITERS: Osborn Engineering does not currently accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or recruiters. If you wish to be considered in the future for our list of approved recruiters, please send an e-mail to HR@osborn-eng.com. All resumes sent directly to management will not be considered.