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| Responsibilities | Assisting in design projects, learning industry tools | Developing design solutions, preparing technical drawings |
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ACCO Engineered Systems rating
8.1
Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for the delivery of engineering services, from conceptual design through construction completion ofHVAC, Plumbing, and other contract services offered by the business.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Execute projects from initial construction documents through completion with minimal supervision.
Perform engineering calculations, energy analysis, and equipment selection for HVAC and plumbing systems.
Design complex layouts for ducting, piping, and control systems using 2D and 3D modeling software.
Apply principles of psychrometrics, refrigeration, acoustics, and control sequences to applications engineering.
Complete all required energy compliance, LEED documentation, and basic sequences of operation.
Manage field engineering tasks including site surveys, trade coordination, and technical problem-solving.
Coordinate design and installation efforts across project management, construction, and service departments.
Lead small project design meetings and delegate tasks effectively to BIM support teams.
Maintain project schedules and task deadlines while aligning with core business drivers.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements (Work Experience, Skills, Licenses, etc.):
Detailed physical design experience in the development of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports
Proficiency with design software tools in executing 2D and 3D layout models
Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables
Ability to work cross-functionally with other teams
Experience with LEED requirements
Education and Experience:
Required:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Management
Prior intern experience with mechanical contractor and/or engineering consultant
Desired:
2-5 years of experience with a mechanical contractor and/or engineering consultant
EIT Certificate
Proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit, or similar drafting software
ACCO Competencies:
Proactivity/Initiative:Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision.
Perseverance:Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
Motivation/Dedication:Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals.Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn:Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
Insight:The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
Engagement:Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
People Skills: Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people's strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives.
Communication: Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
Teamwork:The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
Big Picture:Understands and contributes to the organizations' short- and long-term business strategy.On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
Problem-Solver:Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.
Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.
Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Can take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for their actions. Lead by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.
Job Responsibility Level:
No direct reports
Travel Requirements:
Travel required 0-5% of the time to other office locations.
Physical Demands:
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Prolonged sitting.
Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch.
Hours:
This is a non-exempt position from Monday through Friday. Work hours are as established by the local manager and generally begin and end between 7:00 am to 8:00 am start and 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm end, with one-hour break for lunch and two rest breaks. Eight hours per day is required and other occasional overtime may be necessary per business needs.
Competitive Wages:
$43 to $58 per hour. Applicants please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.
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Here at ACCO, we are a part of something bigger. Just ask our customers: California Academy of Sciences, L.A. Live, and San Francisco 49ers Stadium. While we have been around for 80+ years, we continue to grow at a dynamic pace. And we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.
What's great about working at ACCO is that we're a big enough company to be the leader in HVAC mechanical contracting in California and the Southwest U.S., but as a 100% employee-owned ESOP, we're a private company with a family-oriented feel. Several of our employees have worked at ACCO for twenty-five, thirty, and even over forty years! Together, the employees of ACCO are comprised of intelligent, dedicated, and entrepreneurial team members who put customers first and enjoy what they do.
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We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.|Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
ACCO will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.
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Industry
Construction
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Pasadena, CA, US
Year founded
1934