Mechanical Engineer II (HVAC and Plumbing Design)

City of Baltimore • Full-time • Remote (Baltimore, MD, US) • $74.94k - $119.75k / year • 23m ago

Position Overview

The Capital Projects Division within the City of Baltimore's Department of General Services is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - HVAC to develop mechanical engineering plans, specifications and estimates for in house engineering of small capital projects or maintenance projects (HVAC, plumbing, etc.).

Location

The Department of General Services’ main headquarters is located in the heart of downtown within close proximity of the Inner Harbor, the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, and the free Charm City Circulator bus service.

Responsibilities

Develop mechanical engineering plans, specifications and estimates for in house engineering of small capital projects or maintenance projects (HVAC, plumbing, etc.).
Conduct site visits to develop scope of work and to verify compliance with building codes and standards
Prepare Expenditure Authorization Request (EAR) for professional services tasks
Examine, review and evaluate design proposals, engineering plans, designs and specifications for compliance with mechanical engineering standards, policies, technical requirements, and City, State and Federal codes
Manage design consultants and review payment applications
Assists Contract Administration personnel in preparation of bid documents for project to be put out to bid
Advise, review, and evaluate energy efficiency and sustainability projects

Attributes/Abilities

Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
Knowledge of the methods of engineering analysis.
Knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems.
Ability to develop engineering plans, designs, specifications and material and cost estimates.
Ability to assign, review and approve the work of engineering personnel.
Ability to write technical reports.
Ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.

Education and Experience Minimum Requirements

Requirements - A Bachelor's of Science degree in engineering from an accredited college or university and four years of experience in performing engineering work. Experience in HVAC and plumbing design required.

Equivalencies - A Master’s degree in engineering may be substituted for the Bachelors of Science degree in engineering OR for two years of the experience requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) from the State of Maryland.

Examination Process:

Applicants must provide sufficient information on your application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

NOTE: Those eligible, who are under final consideration for appointment, will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Baltimore City is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,943.00 - $119,750.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

Baltimore, MD 21202: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

1. Please describe the types of projects you have helped to design and your role in each project. Were you the project lead?

2. Please describe your experience in energy management strategies and/or renewable energy project development.
3. Please describe your experience with design proposals, engineering plans, designs and specifications for compliance with mechanical engineering standards, policies, technical requirements?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Baltimore, MD 21202