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Overview

GFT is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support a variety of projects in the West Region. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Fife, WA office.

At Gannett Fleming TranSystems, the Mechanical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for mechanical systems, ensuring comfort and sustainability in every project. From energy-efficient power systems to advanced HVAC and plumbing designs, our team contributes to a resilient and sustainable built environment, pushing the boundaries of building system design and optimizing performance while addressing the unique needs of each facility. Explore some of our signature projects.

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

Our engineers enjoy working on a diverse range of projects in a variety of sectors, including schools, military, healthcare, municipal, institutional, commercial, and multi-family residential. The Puget Sound region is bustling with growth and development, making it the perfect place for an abundance of engineering firms. In a field full of potential employers, we think there are three main things that set us apart - our size, reputation, and location.

• Size:We'd like to think our office is the perfect size - big enough to bring in exciting and varied work, but small enough to operate out of a single office and maintain that family feel. You'll know each of your coworkers by name, manage your jobs from design through construction, interact regularly with company owners, and have increased opportunities to take on new challenges.
• Location:It's well known that the commute to Seattle and its suburbs can be pretty grueling. The Tacoma office avoids the bumper-to-bumper traffic with our easy-to-access location in the South Sound. We have ample free parking and a large office that we regularly utilize for gatherings like lunch and learns, summer BBQs, espresso carts, and ping pong.

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Design innovative and efficient plumbing and HVAC systems for new and existing buildings
• Size, coordinate, and specify HVAC equipment and plumbing fixtures and equipment
• Calculate and analyze loads to ensure efficiency and maximize sustainability
• Draft in AutoCAD and Bluebeam
• Review drawings using Revit
• Attend meetings with the project team, including architects and other engineering disciplines Maintain working knowledge of codes and regulations
• Prepare documentation for permit applications
• Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and provide construction support to contractors
• Perform site visits and write field reports
• Troubleshoot design and construction challenges
• Take ownership of complete design on small projects with responsibilities increasing over time
• Help with entry level engineer training

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

• At least 8 years engineering design experience in plumbing and/or HVAC
• Bachelor’s degree in applicable engineering discipline
• Professional Engineer (P.E) license preferred
• Understanding of the A/E/C industry
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit MEP
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Authorization to work in the United States (required)
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Compensation:

The Salary range for this position is $115,000-$160,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming TranSystems.

Location: Fife, WA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

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