Project Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

Overview Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an experienced Project Mechanical Engineer to join our Commercial Science, Technology and Innovation practice in Toledo, OH! This role will independently perform a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard design engineering techniques. The main responsibilities are preparing detailed drawings and system specifications, coordinate design, and contribute to project meetings. This role will have the opportunity to participate in field work, contribute to technical projects, and interact with clients. The Project Engineer assists the Engineer of Record using strong design fundamentals for the buildings division. We provide a full range of mechanical engineering services to municipal, commercial, higher education and public works agencies, partnering with clients to design buildings from the ground-up or to renovate existing buildings to optimize their use. From designing new and renovated systems, to providing both new building commissioning and retro-commissioning services, count on our team to develop a building solution that is both cost-effective and achieves our clients' goals. Our engineers work with clients from concept through construction to create customized, cost-effective solutions that enhance the health, welfare, safety and comfort of building occupants. Our experts are skilled at reducing energy usage while creating comfortable interior environments. We understand sustainability and the importance of ensuring that high performance buildings perform as designed. Our designs emphasize performance and are built with long-term facility operations in mind. Decisions are driven by objective data and in-depth client collaboration. Responsibilities - Apply broad knowledge of principles and practices in Mechanical Engineering. - Analyze and interpret data, formulate, and solve problems. - Assist with proposal development for professional services. - Provide direction on assigned tasks to engineers, technicians, and administrative staff. - Plan and coordinate detailed aspects of engineering work. - Attend meetings and present specific components of assignments. - Work within AutoCAD to successfully complete projects within established budgets and deadlines. - Perform field investigations/ site visits as needed. - Independently evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adoptions and modifications to create schematic. - Assignments have clear and specified objectives and require the investigation of a limited number of variables. - Consults with team concerning unusual problems and development. - Prepare project plans and specifications. - Make engineering computations with accuracy of design, specifications, and drawings, etc. - Establish project design concepts, design criteria and scope, space requirements, etc. Qualifications 4-6+ years in mechanical engineering design experience is required. Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required. Required to be technical in the mechanical engineering field. Prior experience creating/designing internal piping processes and/or working on commercial and/or industrial structures is a plus. Ability to use advanced techniques and modification and extension of theories, precepts, and practices in developing designs. Ability to perform QA/QC on drawings from drafters, designers, and/or design engineers on projects. Ability to assist in the education and development of design staff and act as a resource for design questions. Working knowledge of Industr