Mechanical Engineer

SSOE Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401K retirement with company match

Professional development support (lics

Generous PTO & paid holidays

Job summary

SSOE Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design critical mechanical systems for semiconductor facilities, including HVAC, piping, chillers, boilers, and exhaust. You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams on tool installation projects and facility infrastructure, ensuring high quality and compliance with industry standards.

You will perform detailed calculations, develop innovative solutions, and participate in design reviews, field verifications, and coordination with other disciplines to

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree from an ABET-accredited school in Mechanical Engineering or technically related discipline.
• An active Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure quickly is highly desired.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in mechanical system design utilizing AutoCAD as the primary drafting tool.
• Experience with AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit, Navisworks, PIPE-FLO or similar hydraulic modeling software.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HVAC, chillers, boilers, pump hydraulics, exhaust, process chemicals, wastewater discharge, or other mechanical building systems.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, NFPA codes for mechanical systems, and local building codes.
• Ability to work under quality management and change control processes; strong communication with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed engineering designs, technical plans, specs, drawings, and models.
• Create and finalize designs involving piping, HVAC, boilers, chillers, and related systems.
• Perform load analysis, pump head curves, pressure drop, and energy use calculations.
• Adhere to CAD standards and QC processes; support design reviews.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders on design objectives.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for design package needs; support field verifications.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

PIPE-FLO

Job description

The semiconductor industry is experiencing one of the largest periods of growth and transformation in its history, and Tool Install design sits at the center of it. At SSOE, we design systems that connect some of the world's most advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment to the facilities that power tomorrow's technologies. From tool hookups and utility systems to subfab design, cleanroom modifications, and equipment integration, our work directly impacts the production of next-generation chips used in AI, data centers, autonomous vehicles, consumer electronics, and advanced computing. Recognized as one of the industry's leading semiconductor design firms, SSOE combines deep technical expertise with a culture built on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Here, you'll work alongside some of the brightest minds in engineering, leverage cutting-edge digital and AI-enabled tools, and contribute to projects that are shaping the future of technology. If you're looking for meaningful work, technical challenges, and a place where your ideas matter, you'll find it at SSOE.

As a Mechanical Engineer at SSOE, you'll help design the critical mechanical systems that support some of the world's most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you'll develop innovative solutions for HVAC, process utilities, piping, exhaust, and facility infrastructure while supporting complex tool installation projects.

This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge facilities, solve challenging engineering problems, and contribute to the technology that powers AI, advanced computing, and next-generation electronics.

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for producing detailed engineering designs, technical project plans, specifications, drawings, and models that meet our specifications and client needs.
• Responsible for creating, influencing, and finalizing designs involving industrial and domestic piping, plumbing, chillers, boilers, HVAC ducting, exhaust, motor control, process chemicals, wastewater discharge, Fire Protection systems and possibly other mechanical building systems.
• Perform detailed mechanical system calculations including load analysis, pump head curves, pressure drop, and energy consumption to optimize system performance and support design decisions.
• Applies standard engineering techniques and procedures and exercising judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications to design concepts. Ensure quality control by complying with company and team design and CAD standards.
• Will work with the design team, other Engineers, Project Managers, and other stakeholders on specific assigned objectives, complex features, and aid in deriving possible solutions to unusual problems.
• Facilitate internal and external design review meetings, ensuring all deliverables meet quality assurance standards and project milestones, while mitigating risks related to design errors or omissions.
• Coordinate needs, designs, and develops an understanding with other design disciplines (Electrical, Structural, Process/Chemical, Architectural, etc.) for design package needs.
• Perform field verifications / site walks to identify, verify, resolve, and incorporate solutions into design packages when needed. May troubleshoot design problems in the field during construction.
• Manage technical inquiries, submittal reviews, and RFI responses from contractors and vendors, maintaining rigorous version control and supporting contractor coordination during procurement and installation phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree from an ABET-accredited school in Mechanical Engineering or technically related discipline.
• An active Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure quickly is highly desired.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in mechanical system design utilizing AutoCAD as the primary drafting tool.
• Experience working with AutoCAD is required. Experience with tools such as Revit, Navisworks, PIPE-FLO or similar hydraulic modeling software is a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience with designs containing HVAC, chillers, boilers, pump hydraulics, exhaust, process chemicals, wastewater discharge, or other similar mechanical building systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ASHRAE standards, NFPA codes for mechanical systems, and familiarity with applicable state/local building codes.
• Proven capacity to work under structured quality management and change control processes in complex project environments.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical information and design concepts to project managers, contractors, and cross-disciplinary teams.
• Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000/year depending on location, education, depth of relevant experience, and any specialized licensure/certifications. Opportunity for ample rewards, leadership incentive components, and generous bonus opportunities.
• Benefits: Includes comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), opportunities for professional development and training (including support for relevant licensure & certifications), and generous PTO & paid holidays.