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Burns Engineering, Inc.

Senior Mechanical Engineer-Rail & Transit Facilities

washington, DC

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Burns Engineering, Inc. lists this Senior Mechanical Engineer-Rail & Transit Facilities opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer-Rail & Transit Facilities

Job Category : Mechanical Engineering

Requisition Number : MECHA

Full-Time

Hybrid

Locations

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Washington, DC 20003, USA

Description

About Burns

Burns is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services, bringing highly-technical, sought-after engineering expertise to complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects.

Rail & Transit Team

Ranked a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Design Firm, we have built a reputation on reliability and outstanding client service, delivering resilient, sustainable engineering solutions that take full advantage of new, evolving technologies. We are personally invested in helping our clients achieve their goals, successfully guiding them through the challenges of multifaceted projects using our no-surprises Burns Unique Client Experience.

Burns is currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Rail & Transit team in Washington, D.C.

SUMMARY

Performs the technical activities on assigned projects and understands and adheres to the discipline technical policies and procedures. Participates in the production of technical studies, investigations and designs in support of assigned projects. Seeks guidance from the Principal Engineers and Chief Engineers to develop complex engineering solutions and makes independent decisions to develop solutions of low to moderate complexity. Provides technical production direction to Designers and CAD Operators. Provides production of projects on-time, in budget and of highest technical quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineer HVAC systems for Rail and Transit environments, including ventilation for underground and enclosed spaces, tunnel and platform ventilation, smoke control, and emergency ventilation systems

Design plumbing systems, including domestic water, sanitary, storm drainage, sump systems, and specialty systems for transit facilities

Design fire protection systems, including sprinkler, standpipe, fire pumps, and fire suppression systems in coordination with life safety requirements

Develop mechanical calculations, load analyses, energy modeling inputs, and system sizing documentation

Define control narratives, sequences of operation, operating modes, and functional requirements for mechanical equipment.

Develop technical specifications, equipment schedules, and material selections for mechanical systems

Apply and is familiar with specific standards such as IBC, NFPA, ASHRAE, and other relevant local and national codes

Prepares detailed mechanical design drawings and engineering calculations using Revit (MEP), AutoCAD, Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, HASS Fire Protection, and other industry-standard analysis and modeling software.

Reviews contractor submittals, including shop drawings, product data, and test reports to verify compliance with design intent, project specifications, and applicable codes and standards.

Responds to technical RFIs related to mechanical systems during design and construction.

Uses design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.

Works with civil, structural, electrical, communications, and other disciplines to ensure spatial coordination and functional compatibility and integration.

Communicates directly with suppliers, contractors and client representatives as required

Performs on-site inspections during construction and coordinates design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers

Performs specific engineering studies and design analyses and Assists the Project Manager with establishing budgets, preparing cost estimates, developing project schedules, and supporting the development of proposals and client presentations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Informal task supervision of CAD Operators, Designers, Junior Associates, Associates, Engineers and Engineer IIs at the direction of the Project Manager.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's (B.S.) Mechanical Engineering degree with a minimum of 8 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Similar experience with other consulting firms and experience leading design projects and overseeing design tasks is required.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Professional Engineering License is required at this level

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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Worksite address

washington, DC, 20022, US

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