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Mechanical Engineer

AT Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric

Mechanical Engineer

Kansas City, KS

Schneider Electric™ creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities, and enrich lives. Our 144,000 employees thrive in more than 100 countries. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Help us deliver solutions that ensure Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment: https://youtu.be/NlLJMv1Y7Hk.

Great people make Schneider Electric a great company.

What do you get to do in this position?

• Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team in a growing business unit.

• Conduct field investigation of mechanical systems with the intent of identifying energy savings opportunities and condition of MEP systems.

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• Assist in preparing technical audit reports.

• Perform engineering calculations including building loads, air and water static head pressure, ventilation rates, psychrometric analysis.

• Size, select, and schedule heating and cooling equipment including packaged equipment, air handling equipment, condensing units, pumps, boilers, and chillers.

• Aid in preparing schematic sketches, drawings, details, and reports of mechanical systems to accomplish the goals and objectives of projects. Mechanical systems include HVAC, building automation, plumbing, chilled water, heating water and steam generation and distribution, natural gas, medical gas, compressed air and fire protection systems.

• Provide support of technical decision making for engineering, in conjunction and coordination with the lead engineer and project manager.

• Support construction administration for projects, as assigned.

• Comply with project plan to ensure scope, schedule, budget and expectations (SSBE) corresponds with team expectations.

• Ensure conformance to office and industry design standards and codes.

• Coordinate and prioritize workload to ensure project deadlines are met.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external clients.

This job might be for you if:

• Four-year accredited engineering degree

• 2-10+ years relevant work

• Intermediate understanding of building systems and energy use

• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills including, but not limited to, the ability to listen effectively and solicit input from others

• Intermediate ability to use Microsoft Office programs

• Experience with HVAC design calculations including, but not limited to, airside and waterside pressure loss, ventilation rates, and basic load calculations

• Experience in heating and cooling equipment selection

• Familiarity with International Building Council codes relevant to mechanical systems, and ASHRAE standards and guidelines

• Organizational skills including, but not limited to, the ability to handle multiple demands and assignments, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently

• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification

• Professional Engineer License (preferred but not required)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.

The majority of work is sedentary. However, when performing job site visits the employee will encounter moving over rough or uneven surfaces, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. Additionally, the employee will be asked to transport moderately heavy to light items such as laptop computers, tools, ladders and other heavy equipment.

While performing the primary functions of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to a general office environment. During periods of project site visits, the employee will be exposed to outside weather conditions as well as mechanical equipment rooms which could consist of confined spaces and loud noises. Employee may work in different environments while on various job sites. This job will require approximately 20%-30% travel to project sites (annually assessed). Travel will occur through the use of an automobile or by airplane to destinations.

We seek out and reward people for being straightforward, open, passionate, effective and challenging the status quo. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome people as they are, creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for the company. We're looking for people with a passion for success - on the job and beyond. See what our people have to say about working for Schneider Electric: https://youtu.be/6D2Av1uUrzY.

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.

You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

Client-provided location(s): Kansas City, KS, USA; Lenexa, KS, USA
Job ID: Schneider_Electric-https://careers.se.com/jobs/78332?lang=en-us
Employment Type: Full Time