Prater Engineering is an established and stable full-service MEP/FP engineering firm with headquarters in Dublin, Ohio and a start-up branch in Tampa, Florida. Diversified across all market sectors and registered in 38 states with a very healthy backlog, we are looking to expand and find the right long-term individuals to help us lead this effort. As such, this position comes with a tremendous amount of personal, professional, and financial potential.
We are currently seeking a Mechanical Designer/Engineer with a minimum of 2 years experience in the design of Plumbing and/or fire protection systems for residential, mixed-use, commercial, educational, industrial, institutional, and healthcare type facilities. Job responsibilities and qualifications include:
Responsibilities
- Production of detailed plumbing and fire protection drawings for new and existing facilities utilizing AutoCad or Revit.
- Equipment evaluation and selection to fit project design & capacity requirements.
- Development of plumbing & fire protection specifications.
- Ensure that all drawings are prepared with accuracy & neatness prior to project deadlines.
- Communicate w/project team members & vendors to obtain necessary info. for drawings
- Knowledge & implementation of relevant codes. OBC, OPC/IPC, NFPA, IFGC, etc.
- Attend meetings with clients and various other consultants.
- Perform field investigations to determine existing conditions.
- Construction administration including RFI’s, change orders, shop dwgs., field conflicts, etc.
- Construction Observation as required & development of field punches.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering OR equivalent experience.
- Must have a minimum of 2 years’ (or more) experience.
- Must be proficient in either AutoCAD or Revit.
- Strong problem solving, technical, math and science skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet project deadlines and end-goals.
- Must be located in Tampa, FL