Mechanical Engineer (Building Systems)

Position Overview

Gauthier, Alvarado & Associates (GAA), a Northern Virginia Architectural/Engineering firm, is a multi-disciplined engineering firm in Fairfax, Virginia. We provide Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical engineering for a variety of projects that include commercial office buildings, educational facilities, public agencies, and interior tenant build-outs. GAA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in project management as well as developing construction documents for HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing and control systems. LEED certification is desirable. The responsibilities of the candidate will include: reviewing projects for coordination, managing the mechanical team and assigning projects, preparation of studies, design, preparation of construction documents, and construction administration services. Good communication and writing skills are a must.

We are interested in candidates who are self-motivated, possess a great attitude and who will be a vital member of our firm working closely with our in-house Architects, structural and electrical engineers. The person will be involved in a variety of projects ranging throughout Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland. Candidates must be well-organized, clear communicators, and proficient in AutoCAD, BIM/Revit, Carrier HAP Program (or similar load estimating programs), Microsoft Word and Excel. Candidates must have hands-on experience with construction documents, writing specifications, and understanding building codes.

This role will be performed out of the Fairfax, VA office 4 days a week with one remote day each week.

Candidates must be current residents of the United States and legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application. We are unable to sponsor visas at this time. Relocation assistance will be provided if needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• PE required or in process of obtaining, EIT certification required.
• LEED certification is desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mechanical design for commercial, educational, and government facility projects and have demonstrated project management experience in building systems and construction.
• Experience with design and analysis of air and hydronic distribution systems, refrigeration, boilers, chillers, pumps, air handling units, and controls for building HVAC systems.
• Experience with design and analysis of plumbing systems.
• Construction observation experience.
• Working knowledge of building codes, regulations, and industry design standards.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, BIM/Revit, Carrier HAP Program (or similar load estimating programs), Microsoft Office