Senior Mechanical Engineer

Position Senior Mechanical Engineer - UCE

Organization KFI Engineers (KFI)

Reporting Relationship Senior Project Manager, Utilities and Central Energy (UCE)

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with eight regional offices and a team of over 250 professionals, we have a people-first culture that offers opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Mechanical Engineer - UCE plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager - UCE, this individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers.

The Utilities and Central Energy (UCE) group specializes in large central plant work, particularly for district energy serving cities, universities, hospitals, and manufacturing campuses. Our expertise covers both energy production and distribution. We have expertise in sustainable energy production, simple and combined cycle, combined heat and power, industrial HVAC, and medium voltage power.

Our clients look for us to lead large complex projects from concept to completion, including startup, check-out, and commissioning.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Prepares engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet contracted scope of work and to ensure code compliance.
• Performs engineering calculations.
• Approves final utilities systems/equipment selections and drawing submittals.
• Leads utilities systems/equipment procurement efforts.
• Manages projects and teams, ensuring that work efforts and costs are accurately scoped and estimated.
• Actively manages assigned projects, driving them to completion.
• Thorough understanding of Architectural design, Electrical, Civil and Structural Engineering and construction practices.
• Provides work direction to other team members, including subconsultants, as assigned.
• Participates in the development and coaching of younger talent needed to meet current and future organization goals.
• Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines.
• May represent KFI at conferences, customer events, and through membership in industry associations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• 10+ years of professional engineering experience.
• A pragmatic and applied approach, while at the same time fostering a creative examination of customer needs and solutions.
• Demonstrated strong proficiency in utilities generation and distribution systems design.
• Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with Designers, Engineers, and sub-consultants.
• Project management skills and knowledge of related tools and processes.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Maturity and self-confidence to work with colleagues and customers.
• Ability to collaborate with others.
• Ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations.
• Self-directed and thrives in an environment where consultation leads to superior outcomes.
• Effective meeting management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient writing skills and experience generating technical reports.
• Experience developing campus utilities masterplans.
• Cost estimating skills.
• Adaptable and agile, responsive to quick changes in direction.
• Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and other stakeholders.
• Strong experience in infrastructure projects and/or plant operations is preferred.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. Professional Engineering registration or willingness to pursue this designation is also required.

KFI Engineers is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.