Position Summary:

The Design Engineer will be responsible for design on multiple projects, working with other design disciplines internal and external to PEC to develop engineering solutions for PEC's Clients.  This position will be responsible for preparing design deliverables for a variety of projects while maintaining PEC's standard of excellence. This position utilizes BIM/CAD software, hand calculations, and computer-based calculations. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs engineering design, coordinates with other design staff for construction document and specification production in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies
• Performs tasks during construction administration including review of submittals, site investigations, and RFI response under the direction of the Project Engineer
• Performs design and takeoff computations by hand and by computer software
• Organizes multiple projects and tasks and completes them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards
• Organize project information and files according to corporate standard practices and workflows
• Effectively communicates and coordinates with the Design Team to complete design tasks on numerous projects
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company's discretion

 Special Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Ability to work independently and with others
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong work ethic
• Experience with computer aided drafting and modeling using industry accepted software as described below:
  1. AutoDesk Revit 
  2. AutoDesk AutoCAD
  3. Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  4. Bluebeam Revu
  5. TRANE TRACE 700 or equivalent HVAC Loads software
  6. Various online equipment selection software
• Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design of discipline specific project components:
  1. Fire Protection Performance Specification 
  2. Mechanical Equipment Layout and Room Sizing
  3. Plumbing System Design, Calculations, and Layout
     • Domestic Water (Cold Water, Hot Water, and Hot Water Recirculation)
     • Sanitary Waste and Vent 
     • Roof Drainage 
     • Natural Gas 
     • Plumbing Equipment Sizing
     • Plumbing Fixture Selection and Specification
  4. HVAC System Design, Calculations and Layout
     • HVAC Loads 
     • HVAC Equipment Sizing
     • Airside HVAC 
     • Hydronic System 
     • Hydronic System Equipment Sizing
     • Temperature Controls System Design and Layout

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study from an ABET Accredited University is required

 License and Certification:

• Engineer in Training Certification preferred

Work Environment:

PEC values a healthy work-life balance, and we focus on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and productive work as well as quality time away from the office. The work environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific technical issues. We strive to create an enjoyable work environment with support and opportunities for positive career growth. Much of the work will be conducted within an office setting with frequent sitting, reaching and manipulation of objects, tools and/or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involved require moving materials that weigh up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. At times, bending, reaching, standing, and walking may be required

Supervisory Responsibilities (if there are no supervisor responsibilities, put N/A): 

• N/A

PEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.