Building Design Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing)

Position Overview

Gauthier, Alvarado & Associates , a Northern Virginia Architectural / Engineering firm, is a multi-disciplined engineering firm in Fairfax, Virginia. We provide Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical engineering for a variety of projects that include commercial office buildings, educational facilities, public agencies, and interior tenant build-outs. GAA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in project management as well as developing construction documents for HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing and control systems. LEED certification is desirable.

We are interested in candidates who are self-motivated, possess a great attitude and who will be a vital member of our firm working closely with our in-house Architects, structural and electrical engineers. The person will be involved in a variety of projects ranging throughout Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland. Candidates must be well-organized, clear communicators, and proficient in AutoCAD, BIM / Revit, Carrier HAP Program (or similar load estimating programs), Microsoft Word and Excel.

This role will be performed out of the Fairfax, VA office 4 days a week with one remote day each week.

Candidates must be current U.S. residents and legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. We are unable to sponsor visas at this time.

Responsibilities

Focus Area 1

• Review projects for interdisciplinary coordination and design completeness
• Manage the mechanical engineering team, assign tasks, and oversee project workflows
• Prepare mechanical and plumbing construction documents including drawings, specifications, and detailed system layouts
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable building codes, standards, and sustainability requirements
• Provide construction administration services

Qualifications