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Responsibilities will include heating and cooling load calculations, ductwork and piping sizing, selecting HVAC equipment, energy modeling and other engineering calculations.\nThe basic requirements for this position includ e:\n3-6 years of experience\nBachelor's Degree \nEIT or PE accreditation a plus \nProficiency in Revit and AutoCAD \nStrong technical writing \nPresentation and client interface abilities\nProficient knowledge of applicable codes\nDetail-oriented and deadline driven\nAbility to take direction and act independently\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and stay organized\nEducation Requirement:\nBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related field, from a 4-year accredited college or university.\nAs a multi-discipline engineering firm, Bala is a leader in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities.\nBala's compensation package includes a rich benefits package along with market competitive salary structure. 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