Licensed Mechanical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A firm addressing the affordable housing crisis is seeking a Licensed Mechanical Engineer in McKinney, Texas. The role involves designing HVAC and plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a BSME, a PE license or EIT certification, and 4+ years of relevant experience. The company values employee growth and offers a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of building design experience, specializing in HVAC or Plumbing.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or EIT certification with intent to obtain PE.
• Strong understanding of industry codes related to mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems, ductwork, plumbing, and gas systems.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff.
• Ensure compliance with design standards and quality control.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Overview

Seeking a Licensed Mechanical Engineer with building design experience for a firm that works with clients across the United States to combat the affordable housing crisis by reimagining construction with world-class innovation. They define success by constructability and achieve it through highly coordinated BIM models and a carefully executed quality control plan. This in-office position is located at our McKinney, Texas location.

Responsibilities

• Detailed Building Design: Perform and direct others in designing HVAC systems, ductwork, plumbing waste and vent systems, water supply, gas systems, riser diagrams, and related engineering calculations.
• Technical Guidance and Training: Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff, ensuring adherence to design standards and quality control procedures.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that designs comply with federal, state, and local codes and maintain a high standard of quality control throughout the design process.
• Mentorship and Development: Mentor junior staff and contribute to their growth within the discipline and the firm.
• Client Relationships: Grow and foster relationships with clients, contributing to the firm’s reputation for excellence in engineering design.
• Support for Fort Worth Office: For candidates in the Fort Worth, Texas area, collaborate with sales staff to create proposals, meet with clients to assess their design needs, and manage the local design team in collaboration with the Nampa, Idaho headquarters.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from an ABET-accredited university.
• Certification: Professional Engineering (PE) license. Candidates with an EIT certification may be considered if they can obtain their PE license within the first six months of employment.
• Experience: 4+ years of building design experience, specializing in HVAC or Plumbing. Proficiency with Revit and Bluebeam. Experience filling the role of project engineer on multiple concurrent projects.
• Code Knowledge: Strong understanding of industry codes, including the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), International Building Code (IBC), International Plumbing Code (IPC), International Mechanical Code (IMC), and ASHRAE Standards.

Qualifications

• Fire Alarm Design: Working knowledge of fire alarm design and installation.
• Modular Construction: Experience with modular construction.
• Team Management: Experience managing two or more project team members.
• Construction Administration: Experience reviewing submittals and responding to construction administration requests for information.
• Energy Efficiency: Understanding of California Building Energy Efficiency Standards.

Skills & Abilities

• Project Experience: Comprehensive knowledge and multi-discipline experience in planning, designing, and constructing large-scale projects.
• Leadership and Communication: Strong self-leadership and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with team members at all levels.
• Adaptability: Ability to be a flexible team player and adapt to changing project requirements.

Benefits

Imagine an employer committed to offering an unmatched employee experience: a company where you work on projects that are meaningful to you; a workplace where you are invited to shape your career journey; a team where coworkers are invested in you and your success; an environment where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so; and a culture where the company’s top priority is to take care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of the company. We aim to provide a challenging, progressive work environment that fosters personal leadership, career growth, and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions, and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team—together, we will make a difference and change the world.