Mechanical Designer Job at HED in Los Angeles

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Responsible for the design and technical systems for small to medium sized projects from schematics through construction administration.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Responsible for building and system concepts and documentation process from schematics through construction administration phases within the discipline.
• Function as Discipline Team Leader on small to medium sized projects when assigned.
• Responsible for overseeing project team members within their own discipline.
• Prepare and monitor project status reports.
• Conduct material and product research as required for project development.
• Prepare and document required code research for project.
• Attend project meetings as necessary.
• Interface with other Discipline Team Leaders.
• Document interpretation and submittal reviews during bidding and construction administration.
• Monitor staff to produce quality architectural and engineering services within a project team concept.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and licensure preferred.
• LEED Accredited preferred.
• Minimum four years' experience in A/E industry preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, and strong organizational skills.
• Possess the ability to motivate and mentor staff, and delegate work assignments.
• Computer and CADD literate.
• Very detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic and flexible.
• Ability to work well with others under deadline situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Capable of traveling to and from project sites for attending client, project and construction meetings.
• Ability to access existing and new project sites for observation, investigation and evaluation purposes.
• Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes.
• Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.