Mechanical Designer
Location: Cincinnati, OH 45202
Department: Mechanical Engineering
EmploymentType: Full-Time
AboutKZFDesign
KZFDesignisamultidisciplinaryarchitecture,engineering,andplanningfirmproudlyrecognizedasoneofCincinnati’sTop100PlacestoWorksince2021.Wearepassionateaboutcreatingspacesthatserve,inspire,andstrengthencommunities.Joinateamwhereyourvoicemattersandyourworkmakesadifference.
PositionOverview
We are seeking an Entry-LevelMechanicalDesigner to join our dynamic, multi-disciplined, full-service A/E firm. This role will support the design of mechanical systems for buildings, with a focus on HVAC systems for design, bidding, permitting, and construction phases.
Theidealcandidatewillhaveafoundationalunderstandingofbuildingmechanicalsystemsandbeeagertocontributefromconceptualdevelopmentthroughfinaldesignandowneracceptance.Thispositionofferstheopportunitytocollaboratecloselywitharchitects,clients,andotherengineeringdisciplinesonavarietyofprojects.
KeyResponsibilities
- Helpourclientsachievetheirgoals
- WorkwithDirectorofMechanicalEngineering,SeniorMechanicalEngineersandProjectManagerstomeetKZFgoalsandobjectives
- RespondtoestimatedbudgethourrequestsfromDivisionManagersandProjectManagers
- Assistprojectmanagerswithdevelopmentofprojectschedulesandbudgets
- Providetechnical,projectmanagementandclientmanagementsupporttoprojects
- WorkdirectlywiththeDirectorofMechanicalEngineeringandKZFprojectmanagersandassumethe“day-to-day”responsibilityofmechanicalengineeringdesign/productionforassignedprojects
- WorkwithProjectManagerstoestablishdesignparametersconsistentwiththeprojectscope,scheduleandbudget
- PrepareMechanicaldesignandconstructiondocumentsinREVITMEP
- SeekingadviceandcounselfromDirectorofMechanicalEngineeringandSeniorMechanicalEngineersasneeded
- InterfacewithallprofessionaldisciplinesassignedtotheprojecttocoordinatetheElectricalwork
- Prepareelectricaldesignstudies,writtendesignnarratives,calculations,andanalysis,anddirectMechanicalEngineeringsupportstaffasrequired
- Researchbuildingmaterialsandsystemsandselectingappropriateitemsforincorporationintothebuildingdesign
RequiredQualifications
- ExperienceproducingMechanicaldesignandconstructiondocumentsinanA/Econsultingfirm
- Proficiency in REVIT MEP
- ProficiencyinMicrosoftWordandExcel
- Comfortablewithabroadrangeofprojecttypes
- ExperienceusingHVACanalysissoftware;CarrierHAP(desired)
- FamiliaritywithbuildingMechanicalsystemdesign,includingHVACsystems,andMechanicalutilitysystems
- Comfortableworkingonparallelassignments
- Familiaritywithbuildingdesignandconstruction
- Proactiveandassertiveinproblemsolving
- Comfortableworkingonparallelassignments
- Comfortableworkinginteamsandmakinggrouppresentations
- FamiliaritywithA/EindustryBIMstandardsaplus
- ProficiencyinAutoCADorMicroStationaplus
- LEEDcertificationaplus
- Goodwrittenandoralcommunicationsskills;fluentinspeaking,readingandwritinginEnglish
WhyJoinKZFDesign?
- Collaborativeandinclusiveworkenvironment
- Opportunitiesforprofessionalgrowthandleadership
- Competitivecompensationandbenefits
- Commitmenttodesignexcellenceandcommunityimpact
Benefits
- Medical&DentalInsurance
- 401(k)RetirementPlanwithcompanymatch
- PaidTimeOff&Holidays
- ProfessionalDevelopmentSupport
- Collaborative,InclusiveWorkCulture
- Recognition as one of Cincinnati’sTop100PlacestoWork since 2021
ToApply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (if applicable) to www.kzf.com/careers
KZF Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
