Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• •Strong proficiency in and previous hands-on application of AutoCAD design software.
• •7+ years of experience with Electrical Engineering design.
• •Ability to obtain a US Government-issued Secret clearance.
• •US citizenship.
• •Proficient knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.
• •Experience with building and infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects.
• •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, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
• •Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.
• •Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities, structures and systems, applying applicable regulations and policies.
• •Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• •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, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• •Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, Revit), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• •Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, load calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• •Ability to assertively direct others in the field such as subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• •Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• •Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• •Availability to accommodate in-office work schedule as per client requirements, which includes up to 4 days at client site at Fort Meade military base.
• •Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• •12 years' experience in mechanical systems.
• •Current Professional Engineer registration in mechanical discipline.
• •Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) system.
• •Active US Government-issued Secret clearance a plus.
• •Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.