Job Description

Job Details

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team at our headquarters in Tukwila, WA, with potential for remote work in our Hawaii office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the piping systems (domestic water, DWV, HVAC). The Engineer will be responsible for conducting condition assessments, diagnosing mechanical related issues, and providing expert consultation in the design and redesigning of piping systems, to ensure the longevity and integrity of building systems, manufactured products, and a variety of other related issues.

The candidate should be willing to research, learn and seek others for assistance in areas they are not especially an expert within. A strong network of professionals is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of various systems through materials and mechanical testing to assess the condition and performance of plastic and metallic piping systems in domestic and condenser systems.
• Multi-Family and commercial plumbing design, retrofits, and code compliance (UPC, IBC, etc.)
• Plumbing Design and Drafting capabilities.
• HVAC Design and Drafting capabilities.
• Understanding of mechanical design of building construction systems, such as building envelope, roofing, windows, plumbing, HVAC. Understand how applied stresses affect materials in mechanical and civil related systems. Understand how to apply classical and FEA stress analysis, but not necessary to perform calculations.
• Understanding of Fracture Mechanics.
• Understanding of corrosion mechanisms, coating systems, sacrificial plating, etc.
• Diagnose material failures and recommend appropriate repair and maintenance solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to integrate materials expertise into overall project plans.
• Develop and implement materials selection criteria for new construction and renovation projects.
• Write technical reports from the investigations and laboratory testing performed.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; graduate degree is helpful but not required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain license within 3-6 months.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering.
• Knowledge of materials properties, testing methods, and failure analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to prepare and present detailed technical reports.
• Experience with building diagnostics and repair is highly desirable
• Motivated to research and apply learned knowledge in areas where they do not have experience.
• Confident when speaking about technical items with clients, but also be able to explain the item or issue in laymen’s terms.
• Project management experience.
  
  

Company Description

About Kent Engineering | Architectural Diagnostics

KE|AD Building Consultants is a leading firm specializing in multiple disciplines of architecture, engineering, and project management related to construction. With a strong operational presence in Hawaii and headquarters in Seattle, we pride ourselves on our team of licensed professionals who bring extensive experience and innovative solutions to the table. Our comprehensive services include architecture, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, corrosion engineering, and materials engineering. We focus on building diagnostics and repair, condition assessment, expert witness consulting, and problem-solving for architecture, construction, and building systems. Our mission is to deliver top-tier professional services with a strong emphasis on technical investigation, problem-solving, and root cause analysis.

Since 1982 KE|AD has focused its consulting efforts in forensics, but in recent years KE|AD expanded its service offerings to include non-legal analysis/assessment and remediation services. Our objective is to provide our clients with an accurate and reliable root cause analysis, as well as effective remediation and maintenance solutions.

KE|AD has the internal capability to perform a wide range of tests, simulations, and investigative procedures at our Seattle laboratory and in the field.

About Kent Engineering | Architectural Diagnostics KE|AD Building Consultants is a leading firm specializing in multiple disciplines of architecture, engineering, and project management related to construction. With a strong operational presence in Hawaii and headquarters in Seattle, we pride ourselves on our team of licensed professionals who bring extensive experience and innovative solutions to the table. Our comprehensive services include architecture, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, corrosion engineering, and materials engineering. We focus on building diagnostics and repair, condition assessment, expert witness consulting, and problem-solving for architecture, construction, and building systems. Our mission is to deliver top-tier professional services with a strong emphasis on technical investigation, problem-solving, and root cause analysis. Since 1982 KE|AD has focused its consulting efforts in forensics, but in recent years KE|AD expanded its service offerings to include non-legal analysis/assessment and remediation services. Our objective is to provide our clients with an accurate and reliable root cause analysis, as well as effective remediation and maintenance solutions. KE|AD has the internal capability to perform a wide range of tests, simulations, and investigative procedures at our Seattle laboratory and in the field.