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Senior Mechanical Engineer

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ghafari logoGhafari · Dearborn, MI
Full-timeHybrid2w ago
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Requirements

  • 15 + years of related experience in mechanical engineering (HVAC/building systems)
  • Experience as a lead engineer on projects of varying sizes
  • Skills/Competencies:
  • Proficient with Revit and AutoCAD, Trane Trace 700 or other building energy calculation software, and Bluebeam
  • Proficiency in BIM360 and Carrier HAP a bonus
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work , Crain's Cool Place to Work , and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects .
  • Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.
  • Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari's global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now!
  • Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs)
  • By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources
  • By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources
  • In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126.
  • By email at hr@ghafari.com
  • If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.
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Benefits

Health insuranceEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonus

Additional Information

Job Description: General Summary: The Senior Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes. Essential Job Functions: Develop and establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with project manager and/or client Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner's representative Develop feasibility studies and project cost estimates Maintains working knowledge of latest building codes and standards in the industry Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection Perform and/or review calculations and energy models; formulate design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection. Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) or manually with support from more junior staff Edit or draft project specifications Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site Review drawings for omissions, errors, interferences, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes Review product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc. Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, requests for reproduction services Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications Perform production and quality monitoring of construction documents per company standards individually and or for less experienced staff Develop and mentor less experienced staff Perform related duties as assigned Employment Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field required Professional Registration LEED Accredited professional preferred


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