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Market sector concentrations may include K-12 and Higher Education, Federal, Aviation, Food and Beverage, and Transportation. This position is located in New York, NY.\nAt GFT, the Mechanical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for mechanical systems, ensuring comfort and sustainability in every project. From energy-efficient power systems to advanced HVAC and plumbing designs, our team contributes to a resilient and sustainable built environment, pushing the boundaries of building system design and optimizing performance while addressing the unique needs of each facility. Explore some of our signature projects.\nWhat you’ll be challenged to do:\nThe successful candidate will be given all the necessary tools, software, and training to help make his or her working experience productive, fulfilling, and unconstrained. Your ability to support and enhance our department's collective ability to conceptualize and deliver mechanical designs aligning with our clients’ construction budgets, energy needs, and maintenance programs will be the key to your success at GFT!\nThe success of our multidisciplinary project teams depends on effective communication with emphasis on interdisciplinary coordination. Our mechanical work requires extensive coordination with Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Building Controls and Energy Management Systems specialists, and supply chain representatives. The large number of personnel involved provides for a stimulating working environment and one that requires excellent verbal and written communications skills.\nIn this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:\nSurvey and studies of building mechanical equipment and systems.\nDesign of HVAC systems, building automation systems, and plumbing. \nTechnical direction of mechanical designers and technicians on specific projects.\nProgress and other report writing.\nProject specification writing.\nProject management.\nProactive problem identification and resolution.\nCoordination and verification of project deliverables.\nParticipate in business development meetings with prospective clients, proposal preparation and delivery, as well as general client interaction.\nWhat you will bring to our firm:\nA BS or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required\nP.E. is required.\nMust have 10+ years’ experience and the ability to independently design the following HVAC systems for both renovated and new facilities: Hydronic and steam boiler plants, chiller plants, terminal unit systems, distribution systems, and control systems.\nMust have 5+ years’ experience using energy modeling and heat load software to perform effective energy use analyses and heat load calculations. \nMust have strong understanding and working knowledge of psychometrics.\nMust have a thorough understanding of mechanical building codes, energy codes, and construction standards\nMust have a strong understanding of DDC controls, controls design, and operation \nMust command excellent verbal and written communication skills.\nWhat we prefer you bring:\nProject Management experience is preferred.\nREVIT Experience with Architectural/MEP Packages and BIM360 is preferred.\nPlumbing experience is preferred.\nCompensation: The salary range for this role is $150,000 - $190,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.\nFeatured Benefits:\nHybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.\nComprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.\nTax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.\nCompetitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.\nTuition reimbursement for continued education.\nCommitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations\nIncentive compensation for eligible positions.\nAt GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.\nOur clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.\nUnsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.\nGFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.\nLocation: New York, NYCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time\nSalary Range: $$150,000 - $190,000 Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location\nApplicants in the County of Los Angeles- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.\nApplicants in the City of San Francisco- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified 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