Tunnel Ventilation, Mechanical Engineer/Designer (EIT)
Tunnel Ventilation, Mechanical Engineer/Designer (EIT)
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Job Description
Arcadis is the worlds leading company delivering sustainable design engineering and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 36000 people in over 70 countries dedicated toimproving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds together we can solve the worlds most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis is seeking a Tunnel ventilation engineer to join our growing team. Reporting to the Tunnel Ventilation Leads and assisting in all aspects of Tunnel Ventilation System analysis design review modeling drawing reporting and testing. The successful candidate will receive training and guidance for design and calculation/simulation of fire ventilation systems and building mechanical systems within the transit sector and the related/applicable codes and standards. Working knowledge of fire modeling software Subway Environment Simulation (SES) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations is required. Knowledge of Building Mechanical design and experience with AutoCAD/Revit would be an asset.
Role accountabilities:
Tunnel Ventilation:
- Create Subway Environment Simulation (SES) models for normal operations congested operations maintenance operations and emergency operations; Post-process analyze summarize and report on SES simulation results
- Create Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) models for fire/smoke simulations and smoke dispersion analysis; Post-process analyze summarize and report on CFD simulation results
- Assist in design development design review and sizing of fire ventilation and life safety systems within underground and/or enclosed transit infrastructure
- Development of plans and specifications and perform design calculations for the design of fire ventilation systems which meet project requirements and all applicable/governing codes and standards
- Preparation of technical reports which may include topics such as feasibility studies design criteria concept designs and CFD simulations
- Coordination meetings and discussions with various disciplines and/or clients; Build good relationships with clients and various stakeholders maintaining regular industry liaison
- Perform project management tasks and responsibilities to track and forecast project progress schedule and deliverables
- Assist in preparation of proposal and bid stage documents and business development activities
- Provide support at all stages of fire ventilation design from reference concept preliminary and final design plans to specifications estimates and equipment selection
- Efforts made to stay current with latest changes and updates within fire ventilation design codes standards best practices and innovations; Expand existing knowledge and research within fire ventilation discipline through reading and/or contributing to engineering publications such as journals and articles and through attendance of symposiums and conferences
- Maintain membership in good standing with relevant professional institutions related to your designation(s)
Building Mechanical:
- Design development design review and sizing of plumbing drainage HVAC and fire protection systems within underground and/or enclosed transit infrastructure
- Development of plans and specifications and perform design calculations for building mechanical systems which meet project requirements and all applicable/governing codes and standards
- Create and revise building mechanical system drawings in Revit and/or AutoCAD which meet project BIM standards
- Preparation of building mechanical system technical reports which may include topics such as feasibility studies design criteria concept designs and mechanical design descriptions/summaries
- Coordination meetings and discussions with various project disciplines for building mechanical systems design development
- Assist in preparation of proposal and bid stage documents and business development activities
- Efforts made to stay current with latest changes and updates with building mechanical systems codes standards best practices and innovations; Expand existing knowledge of building mechanical systems through reading and/or research of upcoming new and improved building mechanical units and processes
Qualifications & Experience:
- Working knowledge of Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) Subway Environment Simulation (SES)
- Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferably major in Thermodynamics)
- Registered or eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training
- Experience in the design modeling and analysis of fire ventilation systems for underground or enclosed transit system infrastructure or equivalent experience would be an asset
- Experience in plumbing drainage HVAC fire protection building code train control and power distribution systems would be an asset
- AutoCAD Revit or MicroStation would be an asset
- Fundamental technical engineering knowledge
- Numerical modeling capabilities with strong analytical decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Able to work alone or within a team environment under minimum supervision
- Time management skills; Able to prioritize tasks estimate task durations and adapt to changes to meet submission deadlines
- Basic project management skills to understand and achieve quality cost and timeline goals
- Python and Excel VBA experience would be an asset
Why Arcadis
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyones contribution matters. Its why we are pioneering a skills-based approach where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
Youll do meaningful work and no matter what role youll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark on your career your colleagues your clients your life and the world around you.
Together we can create a lasting legacy.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality Diversity Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women minorities people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race creed color religion national origin sex age disability marital status sexual orientation gender identity citizenship status disability veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
