Junior Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineer
Junior Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineer
Company Description
At JMK Engineers, we built a multi-discipline, fast-growing MEP engineering firm by consistently meeting the evolving demands of our industry partners. We excel in undertaking and tackling larger and more complex jobs than our counterparts of similar size. This has allowed us to establish a reputation for technical proficiency, timely delivery, and the cultivation of strong, quality working relationships – all within the framework of evolving budgetary constraints.
JMK Engineers, launched by Principal Justin Killingswoth, a mechanical and electrical engineer, is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii and serves clients across the Hawaiian Islands.
About Our Work
JMK Engineers offers comprehensive services to architects, developers, AOAOs, and contractors, spanning a wide range of projects: hotels, restaurants, hospitality, healthcare facilities, aviation requirements, educational institutions, science and technology laboratories, multi-family developments, luxury single-family residences, retail spaces, and more. Some of our more notable collaborations have been with the following: University of Hawaii, Wayfinder Waikiki, Olukai, OceanIt, Howzit Brewery, and others.
About You
At JMK Engineers, we seek forward-thinking individuals who thrive on continuous learning. We offer a unique opportunity to develop both professionally and personally within an environment designed to foster career growth. Embracing an entrepreneurial spirit, we value self-starters and hard workers with a strong desire to execute impactful projects, demonstrate urgency, and contribute to both small and large-scale initiatives. The quality of your work matters.
About the Role
JMK Engineers is currently seeking a talented, well-rounded, and knowledgeable individual for the Junior Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineer role, with typically, a minimum of five years of ever-increasing responsibility within the industry, and up to ten years experience. This experience can include time with a construction company, a contractor, or engineering firm.
The ideal candidate will appreciate and excel in a dynamic career opportunity that offers significant scope and accountability, while also benefiting from dedicated mentorship and coaching for professional development. We operate in a fast-paced environment within a streamlined team structure.
A local role is preferred, although a hybrid work and/or remote role will be considered for the right candidate, and as such requires a proven track-record on working as part of a distributed and high-performing team. Strong communication and client management skills is a must.
Qualifications
Time in industry: 5-10 years
Essential Design Skills:
Specific to the Electrical Engineering role to include (but not necessarily limited to):
- Electrical load calculations with regard to National Electrical Code (NEC)
- Knowledge of power distribution equipment (MDP’s, MCC’s, Load Centers, etc.) sizing and layout
- One-line diagrams
- Energy code compliant lighting controls
- Light level calculations via Visual Lighting software
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with a strong emphasis of performing calculations and analysis via Excel
Specific to the Mechanical Engineering role to include (but not necessarily limited to):
- Cooling load calculations via Trane Trace 3D Plus and/or Carrier Hourly Analysis Program (HAP)
- ASHRAE 62.1 compliant ventilation loads & design
- HVAC airside and hydronic layout
- Kitchen grease exhaust and makeup air design with regard to pressure zones, etc.
- DWV and domestic water sizing and distribution
- Hot water plant sizing and equipment selection
- Grease interceptor sizing, selection, and layout
- Plumbing isometric diagram
In addition to essential design responsibilities, the ideal candidate should demonstrate proficiency in, and ability to work within:
- Google Drive for Desktop and Microsoft Office: competence in utilizing collaborative tools for efficient document management
- Design process knowledge (SD, DD, CD) and procedures (permitting, RFI's, Addendums, etc.)
- AutoCAD: ability to operate effectively within an AutoCAD environment, employing company-specific drafting protocol, layers, blocks, etc.
- Building codes: sound knowledge of local MEP-related building codes, including IBC, NEC, NFPA, UPC, IMC, etc. to assist with MEP-related calculation and design are expected
- Collaborative skills: capability to conceptualize building systems for coordination amongst trades
- Drawing development: proficiency in developing clear, scope-apparent drawings for MEP-related systems
Compensation, Benefits, & Perks
At JMK Engineers, our comprehensive benefits are designed to meet you where you are.
- Compensation | We believe in recognizing and rewarding your skills, location, education, credentialing, and experience. We are committed to designing equitable, transparent, and competitive compensation programs, ensuring that your contributions are duly acknowledged and valued. Our base salary aligns with industry standards, and given our team-based approach, there is greater opportunity for bonuses.
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Hybrid and Distributed Work | We prioritize efficiency in our work approach. Based on your experience, we provide the opportunity for a hybrid model.
- Benefits | JMK Engineers provides comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, vision and dental coverage. We also prioritize your professional growth by offering reimbursement for relevant licenses, certifications, and preparatory courses. Additionally, we provide various transit and parking reimbursement.
- Note for Kamaʻāina | We offer support in your transition. This includes potential for moving assistance, recognizing the unique circumstances of kamaʻāina and ensuring a smooth relocation process.
Application and next steps
If you are ready to contribute your skills to a dynamic engineering firm, we invite you to send your resume and cover note for consideration to careers@jmkengineers.com or apply through LinkedIn.
We look forward to hearing from you. Join us.
At JMK Engineers, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and our industry. We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds and perspectives that each individual brings to our community. We believe in a workplace free from discrimination based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Confidentiality, in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines, is paramount in handling all candidate information. And, as part of our recruitment process, we are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.