Mechanical Engineer I-Senior

Mechanical Engineer I-Senior
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Mechanical Engineer I-Senior
Salary
$67,242.35 - $146,606.06 Annually
Location
Brighton, CO
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
06757
Department
Fleet and Facilities Mgmt
Opening Date
10/03/2024
Closing Date
11/15/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Our Mission
At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact.
We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters!
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.

Cultural Competencies/EEO
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer.
We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve.
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification
Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

+ Description
+ Benefits
+ Questions
What Success Looks Like In This Job
The department has elected to consider a range of experience for this vacancy.
A candidates qualifications and experience will determine the level at which they are hired.

Adams County is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with professional engineering and project delivery experience.
This position will work within the Fleet and Facilities Management (FFM) department and will report to the Manager of Planning, Design, and Construction.
The position will support the FFM Capital Improvement Program (CIP) by performing a variety of engineering work, which will include design, review of plans and specifications, and technical engineering support and guidance.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience in HVAC design development and construction projects.

Join an experienced team open to innovative and efficient process improvements, working for a county that prides itself on creating work-life balance, stability, and career growth and development.
In this role, you will have the ability to make a direct impact in bettering our community by implementing innovative, efficient, and reliable facility projects and programs that enrich the lives of all our residents.

This position provides the opportunity to work for a county that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges in a solution-focused manner.
The position will be instrumental in the implementation of the Adams County Energy Action Plan, and in reaching Adams Countys vision of being the most innovative and inclusive county in America for all families and businesses.

+ Mechanical Engineer I:Under direction, performs professional engineering work involving the development, review, and design of mechanical systems, components, and processes associated with public infrastructure and facilities, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal standards and specifications.

+ Mechanical Engineer II:Provides support in the discipline of mechanical engineering design, maintenance, and operations.
The Mechanical Engineer II is responsible for evaluating the existing condition of mechanical systems and infrastructure to determine necessary treatments and upgrades to ensure their operational integrity.
Develops programs and projects related to mechanical systems and components, overseeing them from inception through to implementation.

+ Mechanical Engineer III:Highly skilled and independent in the discipline of mechanical engineering design, maintenance, and operations.
The Mechanical Engineer III operates under limited supervision and is responsible for assessing the current condition of mechanical systems and infrastructure to determine necessary upgrades and treatments to ensure their operational integrity.
Develops, designs, and manages programs and projects related to mechanical systems, overseeing them from inception to implementation.
Additionally, the role involves designing and managing capital improvement projects, preparing detailed engineering plans, specifications, and construction bids.

+ Senior Mechanical Engineer:Highly skilled and independent in the discipline of mechanical engineering design, maintenance, and operations.
The Senior Mechanical Engineer operates with the least amount of supervision and is responsible for leading the assessment of mechanical systems and infrastructure, determining necessary upgrades and treatments to ensure their operational integrity.
This role includes developing, designing, and managing programs and projects related to mechanical systems, overseeing them from inception through implementation.
Additionally, the Senior Engineer takes on, participates and provides guidance regarding the design and management of capital improvement projects, preparing detailed engineering plans, specifications, and construction bids, and ensuring projects meet all required standards and deadlines.

Examples of Duties for Success
+ Provides mechanical engineering design and analysis for small to medium sized HVAC projects of varying complexity.

+ Reviews mechanical plans prepared by others to ensure compliance with department design standards and policies.

+ Collaborates with Building Supervisors and Facility Project Managers to develop success criteria, scopes of work, schedules, and budgets for CIP projects.

+ Identifies and assists in the implementation of mechanical system efficiency improvements.

+ Develops and manages mechanical plans, specifications, and estimates.

+ Performs mechanical engineering studies, including collection and analyzation of mechanical system data.

+ Reviews test and balance and project commissioning reports.

+ Provides plan review and engineering analysis of proposed designs to ensure compliance with state, federal guidelines, codes, and regulations.

+ Performs contract and construction management duties for assigned mechanical projects.

+ Develops schedules and estimates, monitors construction and/or professional services contracts when required.

+ Evaluates bids/proposals and recommends selections.

+ Performs construction quality assurance, contract administration, inspection and compliance, and assurance of contractor compliance with the mechanical codes, local, state, and federal regulation as applicable to County projects.

+ Inspects and troubleshoots existing mechanical systems and provides recommended solutions.

+ Provides consultation to the maintenance division regarding mechanical equipment selection and performance.

+ Ensures that the mechanical vendors/contractors perform per contracts.

+ Represents the County in community meetings, seminars, conferences, professional associations meetings, private organizations and participates on related committees.

+ Continues professional growth through continuing education.

+ Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications for Success
+ Possess knowledge of and be able to apply principles and practices of mechanical engineering and HVAC system design.

+ Utilize terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical mechanical engineering report preparation.

+ Resolve regulatory, public relations and system design questions.

+ Ensure project compliance with appropriate federal, state, and local rules, laws, and regulations.

+ Analyze and troubleshoot existing mechanical systems.

+ Perform technical research and solve multi-disciplinary engineering problems.

+ Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

+ Competency in Microsoft Office applications and CAD software.

+ Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

+ Embody the mission, vision, values, and cultural norms of Adams County.

More Qualifications for Success
Education and Training All Levels: Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Experience:
+ Mechanical Engineer I: One (1) year of related professional mechanical engineering experience.

+ Mechanical Engineer II: 4 years of increasingly responsible professional mechanical engineering experience.

+ Mechanical Engineer III: Minimum of six (6) years of increasingly responsible professional mechanical engineering experience.

+ Mechanical Engineer Senior: Minimum of ten (10) years of increasingly responsible professional mechanical engineering experience.

License or Certificate:
+ Mechanical Engineer I:Possession of an Engineering Intern (EI) certification preferred.

+ Mechanical Engineer II:
+ Possession of Engineer Intern (EI) certification is required.

+ Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado is preferred.

+ Mechanical Engineer III & Senior Mechanical Engineer:Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado is required.

Background Check - All Levels: Must pass a criminal (CBI) background check.

Other All Levels: Possession of a valid Colorado drivers license
Adams County complies with Colorados Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA).
JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application.
However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicants age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!

Benefits You Expect:
+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
+ Deferred Compensation Plan
+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave
+ Long-Term Disability
+ Retirement Plan
+ Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Employee Fitness Center
+ Employee Health Clinics
+ Flexible Work Schedules
+ Recreation Center Discounts
+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
+ Wellness programs
+ Lactation friendly certified workplace
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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible.
Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager.
If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team.
Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications.
Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications.
Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application.
I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

+ Yes, I understand and agree
+ Yes, I understand but disagree.

02
How many years of increasingly responsible professional mechanical engineering experience do you possess?

+ 0 - 12 months
+ 1 - 3 Years
+ 4 - 5 Years
+ 6 - 7 Years
+ 8 - 9 Years
+ 10+ Years
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Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited program?

+ Yes
+ No
04
Do you currently possess or do you have the ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver's license?

+ Yes
+ No
05
To qualify as a Mechanical Engineer III or Senior Mechanical Engineer, a Professional Engineer's license in the State of Colorado is required.
Do you meet this requirement?

+ Yes
+ No
06
If you answered no to the question above, please select one of the following options:
+ I currently possess a PE License in a state other than CO and can become licensed in the state within 90 days of hire.

+ I currently possess an Engineer Intern (EI) Certification.

+ None of these.

07
If you answered no to the question above, please select one of the following options:
+ I currently possess a PE License in a state other than CO and can become licensed in the state within 90 days of hire.

+ I currently possess an Engineer Intern (EI) Certification.

+ None of these.

08
Describe your experience with mechanical analysis and/or mechanical design software such as Revit, SolidWorks, ANSYS, AutoCAD,or any other similar programs.
If none, please write N/A.

09
Describe your experience in applying the principles of industry standards such as the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) or the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards in your mechanical engineering projects.
If none, please write N/A.

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Describe your experience in applying the principles of industry standards such as the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) or the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards in your mechanical engineering projects.
If none, please write N/A.

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Describe your experience with creating summaries of mechanical engineering concepts or technical information for a non-technical audience.
If none, please write N/A:
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Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
Website
http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities
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