Associate Engineer

OUR MISSION At Novia Corporation, our mission is to provide well-designed, quality seismic and vibration isolation equipment to our customers while delivering world-class customer service and getting it right the first time. We strive to create products that embody innovation in the HVAC industry with a “can do” attitude that lets our customers know that we are here to partner with them in providing custom solutions for complex designs. Novia Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Overview:   The Associate Engineer position is a part time, remote internship opportunity reporting directly to the Engineering Manager. The Associate Engineer is responsible for providing engineering support for the department, processing incoming jobs from sales, and estimating and initiate and process Novia job submittals. This role is to support engineering and sales on all initiatives pertaining to our business, it will give great experience and develop skills while still being able to continue towards an engineering degree.   Essential duties include, but are not limited to:   Daily use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Lotus Notes Email, Bluebeam & Adobe PDF, Autodesk AutoCAD 2D & 3D, SolidWorks, SW Simulation, SW Visualize, Autopipe, Revit. Design and detail vibration-isolation roof curbs, rails, bases, for ability to resist seismic, wind, and dead-combined loading. Perform seismic and wind load force calculations for mechanical and electrical components and distributed systems. Create bracing plans and installation tie-down details for electrical and mechanical components and for distributed systems, specifying minimum concrete anchor types and sizes, steel anchor types and sizes, weld types and sizes, A36 rod through-bolting, lag screws with supplemental requirements, and additional details as needed. Design and detail structural steel rails and bases for point support on vibration-isolation devices with and without supplemental seismic and wind load bracing or reinforcement. Design and detail vibration-isolation systems for rotating and reciprocating equipment per specification requirements, ASHREA recommendations, and industry standards. Submit designs for review and stamps by consulting engineers with PE licenses in the states in which the projects are located. Interpret and apply state, federal, and international building code for wind load, seismic load, snow load, and dead load requirements as they apply to the attachment of non-structural building components in new and existing construction. Interpret and apply structural steel and attachment requirements per the American Institute of Steel Construction’s Manual of Steel construction, American Concrete Institute, National Design Standards for Wood Construction, etc. Train, supervise, and review work of associate engineers and trainees on staff. Provide individual guidance to project engineers of record regarding code compliance, liability issues, and specification requirements in regard to vibration isolation, seismic restraint, and wind restraint of non-structural components.   Qualifications:   Preferred; college student pursuing an engineering degree, company will train on job specific requirements. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to stay connected with the team while in a remote setting. Strong computer skills with experience in AutoCAD, Microsoft programs, Bluebeam and Adobe PDF. Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask within a team-oriented environment. Ability to read and interpret building plans and specifications. Must be able to work at least 15 hours a week. Engineering Manager will work with you on availability. Other Information: Hourly: $16-$18 an hour Part Time (Engineering Manager will work with availability)

Salary : $16 - $18