Mechanical Designer/ Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K profit sharing plan

PTO

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Lafayette, LA, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer/Designer to collaborate with a dynamic team on innovative building systems. The role involves designing HVAC systems for various facilities, including schools and hospitals. Ideal candidates have 3 to 5 years of experience in HVAC design, proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, and strong communication skills. Full-time benefits include health insurance, 401K, and competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in HVAC design and construction.
• Solid understanding of duct design, piping design, air handlers, chiller, and boiler systems.
• Knowledge of CBC, CMC and CPC codes, DDC controls, Title 24, HAP or Energy Pro.
• Knowledge of CBC, CMC and CPC codes, DDC controls, Title 24, HAP or Energy Pro.

Responsibilities

• Design Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning Systems for various types of facilities.
• Produce mechanical design drawings in AutoCAD and/or Revit software.
• Perform field investigations.
• Coordinate quality control, scheduling, and programming.
• Coordinate and communicate information and progress with MEP team.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communications skills

facilitation

verbal and written communication

team collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high‑rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary

As a Mechanical Engineer/ Designer, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary team to design innovative building systems and deliver high‑quality construction documents for impactful institutional projects across diverse markets. In this role you will design HVAC systems for a wide range of buildings, including K‑12 schools, retail/mixed‑use spaces, hospitals, and commercial office spaces.

Responsibilities Include

• Design Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning Systems for various types of facilities
• Produce mechanical design drawings in AutoCAD and/or Revit software
• Perform field investigations
• Coordinate quality control, scheduling, and programming
• Coordinate and communicate information and progress with MEP team

You Will Be a Great Fit If You Have

• A demonstrated facilitation experience
• 3 to 5 years of experience in HVAC design and construction
• A solid understanding of duct design, piping design, air handlers, chiller, and boiler systems
• Experience with performing load calculations, equipment selection and design, wet and dry side system design
• Knowledge of CBC, CMC and CPC codes, DDC controls, Title 24, HAP or Energy Pro

Skills/abilities

• Must have strong verbal and written communications skills in design and specifications

Location

Lafayette, LA

Travel

Less than 10%

Compensation

This is a full‑time position as a Salas O’Brien employee. Benefits include a health insurance plan, a 401K profit sharing plan, and PTO. The position offers competitive compensation based on candidate experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability‑related needs of applicants as required by law.