Mechanical Engineer

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Role Overview

Field
Value

Role Code

6B2

Department

Electrical & Mechanical Engineering

Division

Engineering

EQTBLT Rate

50-175 EQTBLT/hr

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Purpose: Mechanical Engineers design HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems—keeping Built By DAO homes comfortable, healthy, and safe year-round.


Key Responsibilities

HVAC Design

  • Design heating systems

  • Design cooling systems

  • Plan ventilation

  • Calculate loads

  • Ensure air quality


Plumbing Systems

  • Design water supply

  • Plan drainage systems

  • Size fixtures

  • Design hot water systems

  • Ensure code compliance


Fire Protection

  • Design sprinkler systems

  • Plan fire suppression

  • Coordinate with fire marshal

  • Support life safety

  • Ensure code compliance


Energy Efficiency

  • Optimize system performance

  • Support sustainability goals

  • Model energy use

  • Specify efficient equipment

  • Support LEED certification


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Related Roles

Role
Relationship

Electrical Engineer

MEP coordination

HVAC Technician

Installation

Plumber

Plumbing installation

Structural Engineer

Building coordination

Director of E&M Engineering

Reports To


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