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AECOM Senior Mechanical Engineer in Columbus, Ohio
Company Description
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer to be based in Columbus, Ohio.
The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for working on various designs of high-performance buildings across multiple sectors, including Corporate Workplace and Commercial buildings, Federal Civilian and DoD, Healthcare, Mission Critical, Justice, Logistics, and Higher Education projects.
The Senior Mechanical Engineer should have the ability to work independently and fulfill design requirements for both small and large projects. The ideal candidate will take the discipline lead on projects involving new facilities, as well as the renovation, modernization, and repurposing of existing buildings. They should possess excellent organizational skills, demonstrate critical thinking, promptly identify issues, and contribute to finding solutions.
Typical Responsibilities:
Be proficient in all aspects of mechanical system design, including HVAC, for projects of all sizes, leading junior engineers in engineering design development and professional growth.
Assist in proposal preparation in conjunction with the senior leadership of the office, write reports for internal and external purposes based on findings, and work cooperatively with managers and other employees to achieve the company's mission.
Ensure discipline plans meet overall project team requirements for project scope and schedule, staying current on codes and technologies relevant to the mechanical (HVAC) discipline.
Handle engineering design (HVAC) from concept through construction administration, conducting research, developing, designing, and specifying mechanical systems, equipment, components, and materials, applying principles and techniques of mechanical engineering.
Organize and conduct site visits to collect data and evaluate mechanical systems, equipment, components, and materials for projects.
Complete assigned engineering and design tasks in accordance with client-specified criteria and applicable codes and standards, review junior team members' work for quality and training requirements.
Coordinate with multiple disciplines and act as the lead mechanical engineer to ensure projects are delivered within budget and on schedule, while managing the mechanical team, including HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing.
Ensure conformance with standards, established design practices, applicable codes, and technical adequacy of design and construction.
Review and approve shop drawings and attend client meetings during the construction administration phase.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited program + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
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Preferred Qualifications:
10+ years of mechanical engineering experience within a consulting or design-build firm.
Knowledge and experience with ASHRAE standards, IPC, IMC, and IECC codes.
Proficient in all conventional aspects of mechanical engineering and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard mechanical engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Experience in the following markets: federal, healthcare, laboratory, and corporate commercial/mixed use.
Experience with LEED and sustainable design projects.
Documented experience in aesthetically challenging designs with high profile architecture firms.
Analyze equipment energy use for optimizing systems.
Ability to work on and lead multiple projects concurrently.
Excellent communication skills: articulate, assertive, and confident.
Creative thinker with effective teamwork skills.
Project related travel may be required for this position.
Additional Information
Relocation assistance within the United States is available for this role
Sponsorship is not available for this role
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Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $105,000.00 - $135,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: REF22540B
Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid