Engineer

Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc.; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Mentorship

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Job summary

Loureiro Engineering Associates has an immediate opening for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Facility Engineering Division in Plainville, CT. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise in HVAC and Plumbing Engineering and collaborate with other disciplines to deliver exceptional service.

We value teamwork, client focus, and ingenuity, and offer opportunities to learn across disciplines, engage in wastewater and building systems projects, and grow professionally in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• 2–4 years of experience in mechanical or facility engineering.
• US Person eligible to work in aerospace/defense contexts.
• EIT certification is a plus.
• Experience with AutoCAD/REVIT is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations to support design of industrial wastewater treatment systems.
• Prepare engineering drawings in AutoCAD and Revit with CAD support.
• Select and specify industrial wastewater treatment equipment; coordinate with suppliers.
• Oversee wastewater treatment system construction and installation by Loureiro trades and subcontractors.
• Conduct field studies and prepare reports for water and wastewater audits and studies.
• Perform field work including commissioning, calibration, and controls upgrades.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

BSc Mechanical Engineering

BSc Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

Loureiro Engineering Associates has an immediate need for an Engineer to join our Facility Engineering Division in Plainville Connecticut. We are seeking a candidate who aligns with our company Core Values of Teamwork, Client Focus, and Passionate Ingenuity, and is inspired by our Core Purpose of being an indispensable partner through innovative solutions and exceptional service.

In this role, a successful Mechanical Engineer will provide technical expertise in the areas of HVAC and Plumbing Engineering and will collaborate with the other disciplines within the company to deliver a distinctly better level of service to our clients.

This position will support the three engineering disciplines within the Facility Engineering division as follows. The successful candidate will have a passion for learning a wide range of engineering disciplines, and will benefit from the technical knowledge from the subject matter experts within these three groups.

• Industrial Wastewater Process Engineering
• HVAC and Plumbing Engineering

What You’ll Do

Industrial Wastewater Process Engineering

• Perform engineering calculations to support the design industrial wastewater treatment systems;
• Prepare engineering drawings in electronic drafting software including AutoCAD and Revit with support from our CAD designers;
• Select and specify industrial wastewater treatment equipment including tanks, pumps, sensing equipment
• Perform engineering field studies and prepare written reports for new and existing industrial and manufacturing facilities including water audits, wastewater audits, and wastewater treatability studies.
• Collect wastewater samples for compliance determination, and for design of system expansions and upgrades
• Oversee wastewater treatment system construction and installation by Loureiro skilled trades staff, and Loureiro subcontractors
• Perform field work in support of new and existing systems including system commissioning, equipment calibration, and controls upgrades

HVAC and Plumbing Engineering

• Conduct site visits to document existing conditions of buildings and mechanical equipment
• Perform load calculations for HVAC equipment using building modelling software
• Perform plumbing calculations based on planned occupancy and fixture counts, and size water and sanitary services.
• Perform code analysis and develop design requirements based on the applicable building codes, regulations, industry consensus standards, and any other technical or client standards.
• Select and specify mechanical equipment using our equipment vendors. Develop working relationships with our equipment vendors to expedite the equipment selection process.
• Prepare engineering drawings utilizing AutoCAD and REVIT with support from our CAD/BIM designers.
• Prepare equipment schedules and specifications for the mechanical engineering and plumbing disciplines.

What You Bring

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent
• 2-4 Years Experience
• US Person - Eligible to work at aerospace and defense companies with export restrictions. US person is defined as a US Citizen or permanent resident.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is a plus
• Previous experience performing work in an industrial and manufacturing setting is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and hiking
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Manual dexterity to operate tools and equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather and terrain conditions
• Strict adherence to safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment

Why Loureiro?

• Employee Ownership, Real Impact: Through our ESOP, you gain a meaningful financial stake in the company’s success
• Diverse Expertise: Collaborate with specialists across engineering, environmental, construction, and EH&S fields
• Opportunity to Advance: We offer hands‑on learning, mentorship, and clear career growth paths
• People-First Culture: Join a respectful, team‑oriented environment where your voice matters
• Exceptional Benefits: From health coverage to financial wellness, our benefits support you in and out of work

EEO/AAP Statement

Loureiro Engineering Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.