Experienced Professional, Mechanical Engineering

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Mechanical Engineer for our Boston, MA office. Be involved in projects with our Property and Buildings Team and be part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.
Provides technical assistance and guidance for due diligence, design, development, building, testing, and inspecting of mechanical systems on infrastructure, building and construction projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assisting with the research, design, concept development, planning, installation, operation, maintenance and optimal integration of automatic temperature control, air distribution, hydronic and plumbing systems, equipment and processes. Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding installation, construction, and operation specifications.

Ensures that responsibilities are delivered with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

• Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Perform professional mechanical engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage and mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Participate in incorporating advanced technology, modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, load calculations and operating strategies to account for proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications; implementing future‑ready solutions with mechanical engineering design standards.
• Verify the characteristics of a site and provide technical assistance on various engineering, design and construction issues relating to automatic temperature control systems and specifications, air distribution (supply, return, exhaust), hydronic systems (chilled water, heating water, etc.) and plumbing systems (domestic water, waste, vent, storm, etc.).
• Work individually or as part of a cross‑functional team of engineers, planners and scientific professionals to execute project work, assist with layout of equipment installation, calculate costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensure project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, schematics, compliance documentation and regulatory analysis memos.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, technical drawings, spreadsheets and illustrations for interpretation or presentation of data, findings or analyses.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements and calculations, statistical analysis and reporting.
• Assist with development and scoping of small‑to‑medium‑sized projects.
• Contribute to preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore or address design and/or construction issues or problems.
• Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or plan for future needs.
• Assist in the analysis, evaluation and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations, offering input on developing action plans for low to mid‑level risk mitigation activities.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
• Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with building and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional and locally funded improvement and development projects.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

We are looking for a professional who is capable, communicative and results‑oriented, with a…