Mechanical Engineer - Senior Level

Gordon M. Buitendorp Associates, Inc.10 months ago
Detroit, MI, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

GMB is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our project teams. In this role, you will provide expertise and leadership in the technical aspects of mechanical project design including code compliance, specifications, system integration, and constructability. You will be an integral part of our collaborative team committed to building strong communities through educational opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in project team meetings and attend construction meetings with clients and project managers.
  • Build collaborative professional relationships with various disciplines.
  • Prepare building models, detailed construction documents, load analyses, equipment and ductwork sizing, hydronic system designs, and specifications.
  • Develop expertise in a wide range of complex and high efficiency mechanical systems.
  • Regularly communicate with project managers and team members to address changes in project design, scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Create and maintain a positive relationship of trust with clients regarding your area of expertise.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program
  • 15+ years of relevant experience in mechanical system design
  • Experience coordinating work with multidisciplinary project teams
  • Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, mechanical standards, regulations, and building codes
  • Ability to successfully prioritize work, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite, including Teams, Word, Excel, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
  • Skill in using Autodesk Revit to produce mechanical design documents
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally across all levels of an organization

Benefits & Perks

  • Excellent Benefit Package with competitive compensation commensurate with experience
  • Employee-owned organization where 100% of the ownership is held by team members
  • Flexible workplace that empowers you to decide where and how you work best
  • Inclusive, people-first culture that fosters collaboration and professional growth

Required Skills

professional engineering (PE) license
communication
equipment sizing
mechanical system design
hydronic system design
ductwork sizing
Autodesk Revit
construction documents
multidisciplinary collaboration
load analysis
MS Office proficiency
project management