Mechanical Engineer

Thomas Young Group; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Young Group is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to lead design on diverse MEP projects. You will use REVIT and CAD to develop drawings, specs, and cost estimates, while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with other disciplines.

You will oversee projects as Lead Engineer on small to mid-sized efforts, participate in client meetings and site visits, and help advance department standards and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) examination completed or in progress.
• PE license is a bonus.
• 5 years AEC mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency in REVIT and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience mentoring junior staff.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design tasks and calculations with minimal supervision.
• Develop and review project drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Contribute to client meetings, construction site visits, and coordination sessions.
• Oversee Engineers and Design Technicians.
• Serve as Lead Engineer on small to mid-sized projects.
• Use REVIT and CAD for design and documentation of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Support department standards development and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mentoring junior staff

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

REVIT

Microsoft Office

Job description

This growing engineering firm has built a solid reputation for delivering high quality MEP design across a wide range of building types. With a team first mindset and a strong focus on technical excellence, they’re known for their collaborative culture, steady project pipeline, and investment in staff development. As they continue to expand, they’re offering real opportunities for engineers to step up, take ownership, and grow their careers in a supportive and forward thinking environment.

What you'll be doing:

Lead mechanical design tasks and calculations with minimal supervision

Develop and review project drawings, specifications, and cost estimates

Contribute to client meetings, construction site visits, and coordination sessions

Oversee Engineers and Design Technicians

Serve as Lead Engineer on small to mid-sized projects

Use REVIT and CAD for design and documentation of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems

Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery

Support department standards development and process improvement initiatives

What we're looking for:

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience

FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) examination

PE (Professional Engineering) license is a bonus

5 years AEC mechanical design experience

Proficiency in REVIT and Microsoft Office Suite

Experience mentoring junior staff

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines