Senior Consultant - Mechanical Engineering (HVAC & Fire Protection)

Senior Consultant - Mechanical Engineering

Job Category : Professional

Requisition Number : SENIO004329

Posted: September 24, 2024

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: On-site, Boston, MA, USA

Description

Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!

Rimkus ( is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.

NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!

OVERVIEW:

Evaluates and reviews design and field engineering changes during construction. Ensures work quality and adherence to specifications and performs related duties as assigned. Works under the guidance of a Principal engineer to gather field/design information and perform inspections to perform design work in support of new and remedial Construction efforts nationwide.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Efficiently lead your team, including projects that involve other disciplines.
• Work alongside the Business Development team by providing technical insight and/or participating in meetings as a practice area expert.
• Provide input to Principal Consultants and Practice Leaders in the preparation of proposals.
• Work with licensed professionals in the design, assessment, and/or construction of commercial, residential, and industrial buildings.
• Provides technical expertise within the field of engineering for projects involving assessments, upgrades, maintenance, and restoration of the built environment, as well as components of design related to new construction.
• Coordinate adaptive reuse projects of older buildings and enhancements to existing facilities to accommodate changes in use and implementation of equipment and machinery.
• Perform assignments within the field of mechanical engineering based upon a scope of work and budget prepared by the direct supervisor and agreed upon by the client in advance of performing the work.
• Manage multiple projects. Coordinates with consultants from other practice areas to produce client reports in a timely manner.
• Perform calculations consistent with technical practice area.
• Perform field assessments including working from ladders, lifts, scaffolds, confined spaces, rooftops, and mechanical, electrical, and fire protection equipment rooms.
• As Lead on a project, the Senior Consultant will be responsible for the project being completed on time and within the allotted budget.
• Responsible for maintaining and growing relationships with their existing clients.
• Stay in weekly contact with the client and address concerns that may arise during or after projects.
• May participate in preparing and making presentations in support of the Business Development team.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering required; PE licensure encouraged.
• 8+ years of mechanical design experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Expert in the concepts within their Practice Area and experience working in teams with staff from other areas.
• Possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and/or other Building Information Modeling software.
• Proficiency in Hourly Analysis Program or other computer-aided system sizing/modeling program.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is a must.
• Must possess excellent verbal communication skills and technical writing abilities.
• Must be outgoing and able to interact with staff, clients and building owners.
• Must be able to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must always respect clients and co-workers.
• Must have high level of analytical skills. Work requires continual attention to detail with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to, Microsoft Office applications and computer-assisted engineering and design software.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical reports or journals, financial reports and legal documents.
• Ability to write scopes-of-work, budget estimates, schedules, reports of findings, proposals, general correspondence, and other technical documents.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from internal and external clients. Capable of effectively presenting information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:

Physical Demands – Work is performed both in an office setting and at outside locations (i.e. Client’s office, industrial, construction, and/or residential sites). Employee is frequently required to stand, walk on slope roofs, sit, climb ladders, work from stationary and moveable scaffolding (aka swing stages), bend, climb inside attics and crawl under homes and tunnels, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and drive a motor vehicle to job sites. Employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employee must be sharp, focused, and alert when conducting site inspections, speaking and interacting with clients, preparing written reports of findings. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary.

Overtime – This position is classified as salaried with an exempt FLSA status. Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with one hour for lunch. There will be periods where overtime will be required, which the employee will need to comply with in order to meet the demands of the position.

Travel Requirements – This position requires up to 25% local/regional travel. Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be required.

The Salary Range for this position is $90,000.00 - $150,000.00 and is dependent on education, experience, location and certifications/licensure.

At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.

Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employee and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.