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Posted: 16-Nov-23
Location: Durham, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: MECHA001553
Little is a dynamic, growing international multi-disciplinary design firm, dedicated to the belief that the best design solutions come from the creative collaboration of people from all fields of design. Our vision is to become known for and sought after for breakthrough ideas that improve the performance of our clients and create a better future for people.
We are currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer for building design with a positive, hands-on, collaborative work style to join our Durham, NC office to elevate our engineering capabilities and further grow dynamic Engineering Studios in every office of Little. Experience should include most of the following project types: civic/government, financial services, retail, high tech/R&D, healthcare, office, interior renovation, higher education, and/or education projects.
A position you’ll love:
- Collaborating with our architects and other engineers to complete projects.
- Using your passion for innovative design, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
- A “Best Places to Work” award-winning culture.
Candidates will have the following qualifications:
- You are curious and creative, have a passion for problem-solving and critical thinking, and are able to collaborate in a team setting.
- 8+ years of professional experience.
- Professional Licensure.
- Strong proficiency with Revit.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Maintain technical competence by staying current on appropriate codes and technologies.
- Thorough understanding of the engineering systems within mechanical, plumbing, and energy modeling/building performance analysis.
- Thorough understanding of advanced engineering principles and calculations.
- General understanding of mechanical engineering principles and systems within other disciplines.
- Demonstrated thoroughness in design coordination and contract document development in area of concentration.
- Demonstrated record of consistent quality work.
- Strong knowledge of construction documentation, specifications, and construction administration.
- Proficiency with thermal load software (such as Trane Trace or HAP), COMCheck, etc.
- Knowledge of building codes, HVAC design, Hydronic systems design, plumbing design, ASPE and ASHRAE Standards, State Construction Office requirements, etc.
It would be a plus to have some or all of the following qualifications:
- Professional certifications, such as LEED AP, WELL AP, or ASHRAE certifications (BEMP, HPBD, CHD, etc.), ASPE certifications (CPD, GPD, etc.) or similar certification focused on energy and/or wellness.
- Experience performing energy modeling and life cycle cost analyses.
- Experience with solar thermal designs, geothermal, siphonic roof drainage design, process & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), etc.
- Experience with mentoring and teaching junior engineers and designers.
Little is made up of Architects, Mechanical, Electrical and Structural Engineers, Land Planners, Landscape Architects & Civil Engineers, Interior Designers, Graphic Designers, CAFM & Strategic Planners and Digital Imaging and Animation specialists. Our other offices are in Charlotte NC, Newport Beach CA, Washington DC, and Orlando FL.
Why Little:
Little is a place where you’ll surround yourself with colleagues who have different areas of expertise, are from different cultures and generations, and embody different talents, experiences, and passions. In fact, if you ask our employees what keeps them excited about coming to work each day, you’ll hear that it’s the people. It’s also our culture and the chance to be part of creating a better future through our work. We embrace a culture of teaching and learning through cross-mentoring that spans generations, disciplines, talents, and interests and we strive to give each person exposure to the widest possible array of experiences. We care intensely about our clients and each other, and we do our best to spark a spirit of creativity and excitement in everyone around us. We are committed to creating a better world through focusing on sustainable, resilient, and regenerative design and we welcome people with similar experience and/or passions. To learn more about Little, please visit us at www.littleonline.com.
Want to know what’s it’s like to work in Little’s Durham office? Here’s a Peek Inside Little-Durham https://vimeo.com/360290196
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume and project experience to: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/LIT1004LDAC/JobBoard/30702fd2-636e-4886-b1ce-4fc3b07e37ec/Opportunity/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=0c47d567-ee04-459a-b9a4-c9793d0531f1
Little is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Little prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Little is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact careers@littleonline.com or a member of our HR Team.
