Mechanical Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Brookhaven (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

Professional development support

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Brookhaven is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their design team. This hybrid role involves supervising projects, collaborating with engineering staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, excellent communication skills, and 4+ years of relevant experience. This position also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• P.E. in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 4+ years of design/engineering consulting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise projects to ensure they meet commitments related to time and quality.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineering staff in project execution.
• Visit construction sites to monitor progress.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience and detailed understanding of Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Brookhaven, Mississippi

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

We are looking for a personable and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our multi‑disciplined design team! The position will be hybrid within our Brookhaven office, assisting in the Design/Build division. This individual must be very familiar with state‑of‑the‑art design and various state and local regulations. If you think this might be a good fit for you, keep reading and apply!

General Duties

• Supervise projects to ensure they meet commitments related to time, quality, and communication. Work directly with clients to establish project schedules and set expectations.
• Assist market segment manager and team leader in manpower projections and scheduling of work.
• Collaborate and assist with training/mentoring of mechanical engineering staff in the execution of specific projects to meet schedules and timely completion of projects.
• Assist market segment manager and team leader in maintaining client base through various business development efforts.
• Visit construction site to monitor progress and other duties per contract documents.
• Assists in review of mechanical technical work for accuracy.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of an experienced team.
• Deal directly with clients/owners to assist with determining specific project needs.
• Be responsible for the total mechanical systems design for specific projects.

Qualifications

• P.E. in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience and detailed understanding of Revit is a plus
• 4+ years of design/engineering consulting experience required

Travel

Yes

Benefits

This role is also eligible for performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S.‑based benefits package, including:

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

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.

Third‑Party Agency Notice

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.