Mechanical Designer/Engineer

Position Overview

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, and other professionals, we bring diverse talent together to solve complex challenges. Join us and be our next Mechanical Designer/Engineer for Mission Critical and Commercial building projects, working from our Atlanta (Sandy Springs), GA office. In our employee-owned company that values diversity, sustainability, and creativity, you’ll collaborate with industry experts on exciting projects that shape communities. With a rich heritage dating back to 1906, EXP rewards excellence and fosters an environment where every team member’s experience contributes to our collective success. Location: Atlanta (Sandy Springs), GA

Key Responsibilities

• Proficient with AutoCAD.
• Prepare/Review calculations for loads.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of codes.
• Edit specifications to reflect project requirements.
• Select and schedule equipment.
• Meet with vendors to determine specification requirements for applications.
• Coordinate with other disciplines (MEP/FP, Arch, Struct, etc.).
• Respond to RFI’s for the project and accurately review submittals.
• Apply risk management procedures daily to minimize EXP’s and clients’ exposure.
• Manage work planning and design process in accordance with available hours.
• Understand the scopes of SD, DD, and CD level documents and deliver appropriate documentation.
• Collaborate with PC, PM, and clients to meet scheduled project milestones across multiple projects.
• Edit and develop scope of work narratives (SD narrative, basis of design, etc.).
• Provide existing EXP details relevant to projects as needed.
• Direct and mentor design-level staff on daily responsibilities.
• Perform at a responsible charge level to meet EXP’s design and quality standards.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of all calculations by designers and provide guidance.
• Determine the content of drawings and specifications to meet the scope of work.
• Develop and monitor work plans in conjunction with other PMs.
• Review code-related items with designers to ensure compliance.
• Manage work plans and deliverables on multiple projects within budgeted hours.
• Write studies and reports for systems on projects.
• Draft sequences of operations for AHU’s, CHW, and HW systems.
• Apply concepts of CHW, HW, WSHP, and variable & constant flow systems.
• Oversee air side systems including CV, VAV, coil selection, and fan selection.
• Manage hydronic systems such as hot, chilled condenser, and steam.
• Utilize a thorough understanding of psychometrics on every project.
• Select and analyze advanced equipment including chillers, boilers, air terminals, cooling towers, air valves, HEPA filters, DX equipment, and water source heat pumps.
• Apply total energy concepts effectively.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience Required: Minimum of 5 years of experience
• Must have strong leadership skills and good communication capabilities
• Building design experience is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualifications: EIT or Registered PE preferred
• Preferred experience in data center, mission critical, and/or telecom industry