Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical engineering designs, drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation throughout all phases of project execution.
- Design and analyze mechanical systems, including HVAC, piping, hydronic, and related equipment systems, in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure integrated and constructible design solutions.
- Review and validate engineering deliverables for technical accuracy, quality, and compliance with project scope.
- Prepare and review engineering calculations, reports, and technical studies.
- Utilize CAD and 3D modeling software to develop and review mechanical drawings and models.
- Lead construction administration activities, including review of shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and field observations.
- Provide technical support during project execution and construction phases.
- Assist Project Managers with project planning, scope management, cost monitoring, and technical risk assessment.
- Interface with clients, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to resolve technical issues and ensure project objectives are achieved.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance as required.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, engineering standards development, and best practices implementation.
Required Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, design practices, and industry standards.
- Proficiency in mechanical system design, including HVAC, piping, hydronic, and equipment systems.
- Experience with CAD and 3D modeling software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Plant 3D, or similar platforms).
- Ability to perform engineering calculations, analyses, and technical evaluations.
- Working knowledge of applicable national and international codes, standards, and regulations.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines.
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in design, engineering consulting, industrial, commercial, or construction-related projects.
- Demonstrated experience in mechanical system design, engineering calculations, and project coordination.
- Experience supporting construction administration activities, including shop drawing reviews, RFI responses, and site visits.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward professional registration is preferred, where applicable.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary project environments is highly desirable.
About vConstruct: vConstruct specializes in providing high quality Building Information Modeling and Construction Technology services geared towards construction projects. vConstruct is a wholly owned subsidiary of DPR Construction. For more information, please visitwww.vconstruct.in
About DPR Construction: DPR Construction is a national commercial general contractor and construction manager specializing in technically challenging and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, biopharmaceutical, corporate office, and higher education and healthcare markets. With the purpose of building great things—great teams, great buildings, great relationships—DPR is a truly great company. For more information, please visit www.dpr.com.
