Senior Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

WSP is currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for our Kansas City, MO office. This position involves working with the Property & Buildings Team on projects, providing technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, design, development, building, and inspecting of mechanical systems on infrastructure, building, and construction projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Research, design, concept development, planning, modeling, and documentation of automatic controls, HVACR systems, air distribution, hydronic, and plumbing systems, equipment, and processes.
• Developing reports and documentation regarding installation, construction, and operation specifications for mechanical systems.
• Ensuring that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
• Determining methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from physical work sites, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Performing professional mechanical engineering work and conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, buildings, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Developing construction and installation plans, specifications, and updating infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
• Incorporating advanced technology, modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications.
• Verifying site characteristics and providing technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues relating to automatic temperature control systems and specifications, air distribution, hydronic systems, and plumbing systems.
• Working as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects.
• Preparing data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, technical drawings, spreadsheets, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
• Maintaining quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Assisting with the development and scoping of medium-sized projects.
• Providing guidance and training to entry-level engineers.
• Preparing technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or opportunities.
• Assisting in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations.
• Preparing and implementing site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
• Complying with regulatory requirements pertaining to data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention.
• Interacting with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
• Remaining current in the latest mechanical engineering techniques and practices.
• Working collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with building and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
• Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or closely related discipline with an emphasis in building HVACR systems.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering and prior mechanical design experience.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• Experience with building and infrastructure planning, design, and construction management.
• Working knowledge with process and concepts for reducing and eliminating the use or generation of hazardous substances/greenhouse gas.
• Working knowledge of relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles.
• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assertively direct others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings

Compensation: $90,600 - $132,110