Mechanical Engineer

Salas O'Brien, Inc.; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Wellness programs

Employee assistance

Job summary

Salas O'Brien, Inc. in Bloomfield, CT is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design mechanical systems for new facilities, additions, and renovations. You will lead technical efforts, develop construction drawings and specs, and collaborate with clients, project teams, and contractors.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, an EIT/PE license, 2–5 years of HVAC/piping design, and Revit/Microsoft Office proficiency. Travel up to 15% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• EIT or PE license required.
• 2–5 years of design experience in HVAC and power piping systems.
• Familiar with applicable codes, standards, and design guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems for various building types.
• Perform load and energy calculations using software such as IES or similar programs.
• Conduct existing building surveys and document existing mechanical systems.
• Develop system design and selection of equipment based on calculations and analysis.
• Develop project specifications.
• Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies.
• Complete code compliance research.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines.
• Provide construction administration services, including site visits, submittal reviews, and RFI responses.

Skills

HVAC design

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

EIT or PE license

Tools

Revit

Microsoft Office

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 of 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 - 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:

The Mechanical Engineer serves to work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment on the design of mechanical systems for new facilities, additions, and renovation/upgrade projects. You will provide technical leadership for the creation of construction drawings and specifications, studies, and master planning efforts. Qualified candidates will meet with clients, project teams, code officials, contractors, and others to develop collaborative working relationships. The project markets include infrastructure, higher education, healthcare, mission critical, and institutional.

Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems for a variety of building types.
• Perform load and energy calculations with software such as IES and similar programs.
• Conduct existing building surveys and document existing mechanical systems.
• Develop system design and selection of equipment based on engineering calculation and analysis.
• Develop project specifications.
• Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies.
• Complete code compliance research.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines.
• Provide construction administration services, including site visits during construction, submittal review, and RFI responses.

Qualifications and Experience:

• You have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• You possess an Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• You have a minimum of 2-5 years of design experience in HVAC and power piping systems.
• You are familiar with relevant codes, standards, and design guidelines.
• Flexibility and willingness to work on various projects and tasks, embracing new challenges with enthusiasm.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative to drive projects forward. Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Desire to learn and grow.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Revit and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel.

Location: Bloomfield, CT

Travel: Up to 15%

The expected base salary range for this role is $75,000 - $100,000USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible forperformance-based bonuses and a comprehensiveU.S. basedbenefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here .

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, colour, 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.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

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Professional Engineer

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