Mechanical Engineer Job Description We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to our industrial HVAC & utility system design projects on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Newark, DE. Flexibility to sit in Philadelphia as a last resort. Some hybrid flexibility is available. Project types are mostly industrial in nature, such as pharmaceutical and chemical industries. This candidate must be a technically focused mechanical engineer to help with production while leading the design floor. Responsibilities + Contribute to the design of mechanical utility & HVAC systems, including sizing and selection of building mechanical equipment (such as air handlers, chillers, pumps, fans, cooling towers, compressors, dryers, boilers, VRF & DX split systems, and terminal devices). + Perform a variety of engineering calculations (e.g., HVAC load & ventilation air calculations, psychometrics, pipe flow/pressure drop, ductwork sizing, ductwork static pressure, hydraulic analysis for piping sizing and layout). + Utilize building load calculation software (such as Trane Trace). + Develop building energy models when necessary. + Apply knowledge of relevant MEP industry codes & standards (e.g., ASHRAE, ICC Codes, NFPA, SMACNA). + Develop and write equipment & project specifications. + Interact with internal team members as well as external stakeholders (i.e., clients, vendors, and contractors). + Provide subject matter expertise (SME) and technical guidance to other Engineers and Designers in the MEP group. Essential Skills + Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. + 8+ years of professional experience. + Proficiency with engineering tools like AutoCAD; Microstation and Revit are a plus. + In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, air handlers, chillers, pumps, fans, cooling towers, compressors, dryers, boilers, load calculations, flow, ductwork, and BIM. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly preferred. Work Environment Open floor space environment with areas of 4 desks with dividers. Everyone is very willing to help and teach where needed. Collaborative environment with around 20 people. Flexible hours as long as 8 hours are completed within the window of 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., but presence is required for most 'prime' hours. The dress code is business casual. The MEP division consists of 30 people, with 8-10 engineers and the rest are designers. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.