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KFI Engineers, P.C. Mechanical Engineer I in Cincinnati, Ohio
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS Position Mechanical Engineer I Department Medical and Clean Manufacturing (MCM) Reporting Relationship Senior Engineer, MCM COMPANY BACKGROUND KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered. Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com. POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES The Mechanical Engineer plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. Reporting to a Senior Project Manager, MCM, this individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Engineer is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed - both externally and internally. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly and frequently, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and to ensure application of Thermodynamic Principles (e.g., HVAC Engineering and Design, load/energy modeling calculations, etc.). Basic understanding of Architectural, Electrical, Civil and Structural Engineering construction practices. Develops estimates for assigned scope of work and is accountable for ensuring we stay within scope. May serve as project manager for complete projects, overseeing a project team. Supports the business development process through input to proposals, meeting and presenting to prospective customers, etc. Provides work direction to other team members, including subcontractors, as assigned. Approves final equipment selections and drawing submittals. Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines. Construction administration- leads and attends meetings, renews change orders, responds to RFI's. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate will have a pragmatic and applied approach while at the same time bringing a creative examination of customer needs and solutions. This person will also possess strong communication skills and influencing skills and have demonstrated the self-confidence to work with colleagues and customers. The successful candidate will be naturally collaborative and possess the ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations. This person will be self-directed but thrive in an environment where consultation leads to superior outcomes. Required: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar, related degree. Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers, and Project Managers. Effective meeting management skills. Strong attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Adaptable and agile, responsive to quick changes in direction. Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and other stakeholders. Preferred: Knowledge in both Revit and AutoCAD. Willingness to pursue PE licensure. Experience in construction and/or engineering industry a plus. Working Conditions:
