Building Design Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing)

Job Description

Job DescriptionPosition Overview

Gauthier, Alvarado & Associates, a Northern Virginia Architectural/Engineering firm, is a multi-disciplined engineering firm in Fairfax, Virginia. We provide Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical engineering for a variety of projects that include commercial office buildings, educational facilities, public agencies, and interior tenant build-outs. GAA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in project management as well as developing construction documents for HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing and control systems. LEED certification is desirable.

We are interested in candidates who are self-motivated, possess a great attitude and who will be a vital member of our firm working closely with our in-house Architects, structural and electrical engineers. The person will be involved in a variety of projects ranging throughout Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland. Candidates must be well-organized, clear communicators, and proficient in AutoCAD, BIM/Revit, Carrier HAP Program (or similar load estimating programs), Microsoft Word and Excel.

This role will be performed out of the Fairfax, VA office 4 days a week with one remote day each week.

Candidates must be current U.S. residents and legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. We are unable to sponsor visas at this time.

ResponsibilitiesFocus Area 1

• Review projects for interdisciplinary coordination and design completeness
• Manage the mechanical engineering team, assign tasks, and oversee project workflows
• Prepare mechanical and plumbing construction documents including drawings, specifications, and detailed system layouts
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable building codes, standards, and sustainability requirements
• Provide construction administration services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• EIT certification required; PE license preferred or in process of obtaining
• LEED certification is desirable
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in mechanical design for commercial, educational, and government facility projects and have demonstrated project management experience in building systems and construction
• Hands-on experience with construction documents, writing specifications, and understanding building codes
• Strong knowledge of HVAC system design including air and hydronic distribution, refrigeration systems, boilers, chillers, pumps, air handling units, and building controls
• Experience with plumbing system design and analysis
• Construction observation experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, and industry design standards
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, BIM/Revit, Carrier HAP (or similar load calculation programs), and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, organization, and writing skills
• Ability to work from the Fairfax, VA office 4 days per week with one remote day