Mechanical Engineer

Role Overview

Field	Value
Role Code	6B2
Department	Electrical & Mechanical Engineering
Division	Engineering
EQTBLT Rate	50-175 EQTBLT/hr

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

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Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

HVAC Design

• Design heating systems

• Design cooling systems

• Plan ventilation

• Calculate loads

• Ensure air quality

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Plumbing Systems

• Design water supply

• Plan drainage systems

• Size fixtures

• Design hot water systems

• Ensure code compliance

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Fire Protection

• Design sprinkler systems

• Plan fire suppression

• Coordinate with fire marshal

• Support life safety

• Ensure code compliance

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Energy Efficiency

• Optimize system performance

• Support sustainability goals

• Model energy use

• Specify efficient equipment

• Support LEED certification

Compensation

Qualifications

Career Path

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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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Related Pages

EngineeringElectrical & MechanicalElectrical EngineerBuilding Standards