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Full time, Columbus, OH; Virginia Beach, VA

Job Description

AEC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer/Project Manager with 10 or more years of experience to lead the design and coordination of mechanical systems for commercial and institutional construction projects. In this role, you will focus on the design of HVAC, mechanical and controls system designs from concept through construction documentation while collaborating with multidisciplinary design teams.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will play a key role in technical leadership, project delivery, and mentoring junior staff, ensuring designs meet applicable codes, project requirements, and client expectations.

If you’re a licensed PE who values teamwork, technical expertise, and building relationships, this is your opportunity to join an employee-owned firm that values collaboration and quality and offers an exciting project portfolio. 

Position Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor staff, and self-perform the following:
  • Perform mechanical engineering calculations, including load calculations.
  • Preparation of construction documents for HVAC systems, piping systems, controls, etc.
  • Coordinate with in-house and subconsultant specialists.
  • Coordinate with other trades, such as architects, electrical, plumbing, civil and structural engineers.
  • Perform field verification of existing systems for renovation projects.
  • Communication with manufacturer representatives to determine solutions for specific applications.
  • Prepare design deliverables for various owner required submittals, i.e., SD, DD, CD level documents.
  • Perform project construction administration including response to RFI’s, review of submittals, preparation of bulletins, review of contactor change orders, field visits and punch trips for installation verification.
• Project and client management, overseeing of mechanical design execution.
• Prepare proposals for various clients as either the lead A/E or sub-consultant.
• Administer project contracts, including invoicing and resource management.
• Coordinate with company team leads for planning use of resources and completing projects within budgeted times.
• Review designs prepared by others as part of AEC’s QA/QC process.
• Attend meetings with clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and other professionals as projects require.
• Conduct business development activities, participate in various trade organizations, and prepare or assist with presentations.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Must Have:
  • 10 - 15 years of mechanical design and project management in consulting engineering.
  • Working knowledge of design and analysis software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and load calculation software such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP.
  • PE License.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• Good knowledge of Federal and State Codes, including ASHRAE.
• Ability to instruct staff in project communications, and client management.
• Proficient knowledge of standard construction practices and the ability to work with contractors to address construction issues.
• Ability to work and manage several project teams concurrently.
• Experience in designing Federal DOD, State, Municipal, Healthcare, Commercial, Public Sector, Education, and/or Institutional projects.

Full time, Columbus, OH; Virginia Beach, VA

Job Description

AEC is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer/Project Manager with 10 or more years of experience to lead the design and coordination of electrical systems for commercial and institutional construction projects. In this role, you will focus on developing power distribution, lighting, and low-voltage system designs from concept through construction documentation while collaborating with multidisciplinary design teams.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will play a key role in technical leadership, project delivery, and mentoring junior staff, ensuring designs meet applicable codes, project requirements, and client expectations.

If you’re a licensed PE who values teamwork, technical expertise, and building relationships, this is your opportunity to join an employee-owned firm that values collaboration and quality and offers an exciting project portfolio.

Position Responsibilities

• • Supervise and mentor staff, and self-perform the following:
    • Preparation of construction documents for electrical systems for commercial, healthcare, educational, and institutional buildings.
    • Prepare electrical calculations and develop power distribution systems, including switchgear, transformers, panelboards, feeders, and branch circuits.
    • Develop electrical one-line diagrams, panel schedules, load calculations, and power studies.
    • Design and coordinate emergency and standby power systems, including generators and UPS systems.
    • Support design of low-voltage systems such as fire alarm, communications, and security infrastructure.
    • Design interior and exterior lighting systems, including photometric analysis and energy-compliant lighting layouts and lighting controls.
    • Coordinate with internal and external subconsultants of other disciplines, such as architects, mechanical and plumbing engineers, etc. for equipment power and control needs
    • Perform field verification of existing systems for renovation projects.
    • Write and edit technical specifications to reflect the project requirements.
    • Communication with manufacturer representatives to determine solutions for specific applications.
    • Prepare design deliverables for various owners required submittals, i.e., SD, DD, CD level documents.
    • Perform project construction administration including response to RFI’s, review of submittals, preparation of bulletins, review of contactor change orders, field visits and punch trips for installation verification.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Project and client management, serving as lead electrical engineer on projects from schematic design through construction administration.
• Prepare proposals for various clients as either the lead A/E or sub-consultant.
• Coordinate with company team leads for planning use of resources and completing projects within budgeted times.
• Review designs prepared by others as part of AEC’s QA/QC process.
• Maintain internal design standards and quality control procedures.
• Participate in meetings with clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and other professionals as projects require.
• Conduct business development activities, participating in various trade organizations, and preparing or assisting with presentations.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Must Have:
  • 10 or more years of electrical design and project management in consulting engineering.
  • Demonstrated experience with power distribution and lighting systems for buildings.
  • Working knowledge of design and analysis software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, Easypower, Visual, etc.
  • PE License.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
  • Strong knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and other applicable electrical codes, NFPA guidelines and codes, and energy codes.
• Key Competencies
  • Strong technical problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and coordination abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
  • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with electrical system studies such as short circuit, over-current device coordination, and Arc Flash Hazard analysis per NPFA 70E.
  • Ability to instruct and guide staff in project communications, and client management.
  • Proficient knowledge of standard construction practices and the ability to work with contractors to address construction issues.
  • Experience in designing Federal DOD, State, Municipal, Healthcare, Commercial, Public Sector, Education, and/or Institutional projects.

Full time, Columbus, OH

Job Description

AEC is seeking a Technology Engineer with over 10 years of experience to lead the design and coordination of low-voltage and technology systems for commercial and institutional construction projects. This role focuses on developing structured cabling infrastructure, security systems, and audio-visual systems from concept through construction documentation.

The Senior Technology Engineer will serve as a technical leader responsible for delivering coordinated designs, supporting multidisciplinary project teams, and mentoring junior engineers and designers.

The Senior Technology Engineer will be an integral part of the Columbus office, supporting projects across multiple offices. This person must be a team player, working closely with clients, team partners, and fellow staff to produce engineering drawings and documents.  This person must have strong communication skills, be detailed oriented, and well organized.

Position Responsibilities

Technology System Design

• Provide technology system designs for various governmental, educational, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.
• Design structured cabling systems including copper and fiber optic backbone and horizontal distribution infrastructure.
• Develop designs for security systems, including:
  • Access control
  • Video surveillance (CCTV)
  • Intrusion detection
• Design and coordinate audio-visual systems for conference rooms, classrooms, auditoriums, and collaboration spaces.
• Prepare technology system layouts, riser diagrams, device schedules, and infrastructure pathways.
• Coordinate with electrical and IT infrastructure to ensure proper power, grounding, and network integration.
• Develop telecommunications room layouts, equipment racks, and cable management systems.
• Perform field verification of existing systems for renovation projects and assessment reports.
• Communicate with manufacturer representatives to determine solutions for specific applications.
• Coordinate with internal and external subconsultants of other disciplines, such as architects, mechanical and structural engineers, etc. for a fully coordinated design.

Project Leadership & Coordination

• Serve as lead technology engineer on projects from schematic design through construction administration.
• Coordinate technology systems with architects, electrical engineers, IT consultants, and construction teams.
• Participate in client meetings, programming sessions, and design reviews to understand technology needs.
• Attend meetings authorities having jurisdiction, and other professionals as projects require.
• Perform project construction administration including response to RFI’s, review of submittals, preparation of bulletins, review of contactor change orders, field visits and punch trips for installation verification.

Documentation & Standards

• Prepare and review construction drawings and technical specifications for technology systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and guidelines including:
  • TIA/EIA telecommunications standards
  • BICSI design guidelines
  • Applicable building and electrical codes
• Maintain internal design standards and quality control procedures.

System Integration & Planning

• Coordinate integration between structured cabling, security, AV, and other building technology systems.
• Plan for future expansion and scalability of technology infrastructure.
• Support network and IT infrastructure planning in collaboration with client IT teams.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Review drawings and calculations for accuracy and completeness.
• Review designs prepared by others as part of AEC's QA/QC process.
• Support team development and knowledge sharing.

Job Requirements/Qualifications 

• US Citizenship.
• BISCI RCDD Certification.
• 10+ Years of designing building technology systems for commercial or institutional projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications Engineering, or related field from an accredited university, preferred.
• Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience in designing Federal DOD, State, Municipal, Healthcare, Commercial, Public Sector, Education, and/or Institutional projects.
• Demonstrated experience in design of structured cabling, telecommunications infrastructure, security systems, audio-visual design and other low voltage building related infrastructure systems.
• Strong understanding of low-voltage pathways, spaces, and equipment layouts.
• Experience producing construction documents and specifications.
• Strong understanding of, and able to apply, BICSI, EIA/TIA industry standards, and NEC/NFPA Codes.
• Proficient knowledge of standard construction practices and the ability to work with contractors to address construction issues.

Full time, Columbus, OH; Cleveland, OH; or Virginia Beach, VA

Job Description

The Fire Protection Engineer will be an integral part of the AEC team, supporting projects across multiple offices. This person must be a team player, working closely with clients, team partners, and fellow staff to produce engineering drawings and documents. This person must have strong communication skills, be detailed oriented, and well organized.

Duties include, but are not limited to, self-performing the following:

- Perform fire suppression and alarm engineering calculations, including hydraulic calculations and intelligibility calculations.

- Perform life safety code reviews.

- Preparation of construction documents, including drawings and specifications.

- Coordinate with in-house and subconsultant specialists.

- Coordinate with other trades, such as architects, mechanical electrical and plumbing engineers.

- Perform field verification of existing systems for renovation projects.

- Communication with manufacturer representatives to determine solutions for specific applications.

- Prepare design deliverables for various owner required submittals, i.e., SD, DD, CD level documents.

- Perform project construction administration including response to RFI’s, review of submittals, preparation of bulletins, review of contactor change orders, field visits and punch trips for installation verification.

- Review designs prepared by others as part of AEC's QA/QC process.

- Attend meetings with clients, authorities having jurisdiction, and other professionals as projects require.

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering from an accredited university.

- Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) Licenses.

- 5-15 Years of fire protection engineering design.

- Working knowledge of design and analysis software such as Revit, AutoCAD. Knowledge with AutoSPRINK and EASE Evac a benefit but not required.

- Good knowledge of State and Federal Codes for fire suppression, fire alarm, and life safety.

- Experience with electrical system studies such as short circuit, over-current device coordination, and Arc Flash Hazard analysis per NPFA 70E.

- Proficient knowledge of standard construction practices and the ability to work with contractors to address construction issues.

- Ability to work several projects concurrently.

- Experience in designing Healthcare, Commercial, Public Sector, Education, and/or Institutional projects.

Full time, Columbus, OH

Job Description

The Electrical Designer will be an integral part of the AEC team. This person must be a team player, working closely with project managers, engineers, and team partners to produce engineering drawings and documents. This person must have strong communication skills, be detailed oriented, and well organized.

Duties Include, but are not limited to:

- Assist Engineers with preparation of construction documents for power distribution systems, lighting systems, and fire alarm systems.

- Coordinate with other trades, such as architects, mechanical and plumbing engineers and others for equipment power and control needs with sizing of electrical distribution equipment.

- Assist in developing electrical systems one-line diagrams.

- Perform field verification of existing systems for renovation projects.

- Communication with manufacturer representatives to determine solutions for specific applications.

- Assist with project construction administration including response to RFI’s, review of submittals, field visits and punch trips for installation verification.

Minimum Requirements

- 10+ Years of electrical design in consulting engineering.

- Basic knowledge of design software such as Revit, AutoCAD.

- Basic knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), State Energy Code, NFPA guidelines, and FGI guidelines.

- Ability to work several projects concurrently.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, or related field, or training in Computer Aided Drafting preferred.