Mechanical Engineer

DPR Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Austin, Texas is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations across the design lifecycle under close supervision. You will design HVAC distribution, piping layouts, and equipment selections, review RFIs, submittals, and participate in site visits while using CAD and 3D modeling to produce coordinated solutions.

A Bachelor's in mechanical engineering and 4+ years' experience are required, with PE license preferred; DPR values

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience required.
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in producing mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations from conceptual design through construction documents under close supervision.
• Supports development of mechanical system designs, including HVAC distribution and piping layouts, using applicable codes and standards.
• Performs mechanical engineering calculations such as airflow, heating/cooling loads, pipe sizing, and pressure loss with guidance from senior engineers.
• Demonstrates strong record keeping while supporting construction administration activities, including review of shop drawings and RFIs, and participation in site visits.
• Utilizes CAD and modeling software to create coordinated 2D drawings and 3D mechanical models.
• Participates in internal and external coordination meetings to communicate progress and resolve design issues.
• Engages in professional development by identifying training needs and seeking knowledge for technical and process improvements.

Skills

CAD Modeling

2D Drawings

3D Modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Responsible for the development the creation of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under close supervision. Assists in developing mechanical system designs and analytical models for heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), hydronic, piping, and mechanical equipment systems using basic knowledge of applicable codes and standards. Collaborates with engineers, designers, modelers, and external stakeholders to produce coordinated, high-quality design solutions within budget and schedule. Supports construction administration activities by reviewing submittals, responding to requests for information (RFIs), and participating in site visits as directed.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the production of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations during the project design lifecycle from conceptual design through construction documents under close supervision.
• Supports development of mechanical system designs, including HVAC distribution, piping layouts, and equipment selection, using basic knowledge of applicable codes and standards, while learning and applying company-wide standards and procedures.
• Performs mechanical engineering calculations such as airflow, heating and cooling loads, pipe sizing, and pressure loss calculations with guidance from senior engineers.
• Demonstrates strong record keeping skills while supporting Supports construction administration activities, including review of shop drawings, responses to RFIs, and participation in site visits as assigned.
• Utilizes working knowledge of CAD and modeling software to create coordinated 2D drawings and 3D mechanical models.
• Participates in internal and external coordination meetings to communicate progress and resolve design issues.
• Engages in professional development by identifying personal training needs and seeking knowledge from others and identifies opportunities for technical and process improvements.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

• 4+ years of experience in mechanical engineering required.

Certifications and Licenses

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

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