Mechanical Engineer

Clark & Enersen; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team-based atmosphere

Flexible hours

Casual work environment

Profit-sharing potential

Health and wellness incentives

In-house golf league, softball, sand‑v

soccer teams

Job summary

Clark & Enersen is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to join the Fort Collins, Colorado office. You will analyze, design and document mechanical systems, including HVAC, piping, plumbing and fire suppression, for diverse projects across the country.

Ideal candidates have an engineering degree (BSAE/MAE or BSME) with 0–5 years of building industry experience, strong communication skills, and a drive to learn.

Qualifications

• Accredited degree in Architectural Engineering (BSAE or MAE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME).
• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam is preferred, but not required.
• 0-5 years of mechanical engineering experience in the building industry preferred.
• Understanding of building HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire suppression systems, and a desire to continue learning.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of engineering modeling programs (e.g., Revit MEP, load calculation programs IESEVE, Trace 700, or similar) is not required, but is a plus.
• LEED AP and/or WELL AP status is not required, but is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and document mechanical systems—including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire suppression systems—for a wide variety of project types and sizes.
• Interact with clients, contractors, consultants, and manufacturer representatives during design and construction.
• Collaborate with other design disciplines to develop creative and integrated design solutions for our clients.
• Engage with other mechanical team members to manage multiple projects and tasks as part of a cohesive team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Architectural Engineering (BSAE/MAE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

Tools

Revit MEP

IESEVE/Trace 700

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Colorado - Fort Collins, CO 80524, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Mechanical Engineering,

Clark & Enersen is one of the country’s fastest growing design firms. As an employee-owned, full-service design firm we offer architecture, engineering, interior design, landscape architecture, and planning, with specialized expertise in commissioning, laboratory planning, community and stakeholder engagement, construction administration, grant assistance, and land development.

Our firm provides its employees the opportunity to work on impactful, rewarding, and sustainable projects of all sizes and types across the country. With a culture that prioritizes exceptional service, integrated services, creative design solutions, and employee growth in a team-based atmosphere, our firm is seeking talented and motivated design professionals to become part of our Mechanical Engineering team in our Fort Collins, Colorado, office.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and document mechanical systems—including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire suppression systems—for a wide variety of project types and sizes
• Interact with clients, contractors, consultants, and manufacturer representatives during design and construction
• Collaborate with other design disciplines to develop creative and integrated design solutions for our clients
• Engage with other mechanical team members to manage multiple projects and tasks as part of a cohesive team

Qualifications

• Accredited degree in Architectural Engineering (BSAE or MAE) or Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam is preferred, but not required
• Mechanical engineering experience in the building industry 0-5 years of experience preferred
• Understanding of building HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire suppression systems, and a desire to continue learning
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, verbal communication, and written communication skills
• Knowledge of engineering modeling programs (e.g., Revit MEP, load calculation programs (IESEVE, Trace 700, or similar) is not required, but is a plus
• LEED AP and/or WELL AP status is not required, but is a plus

Benefits

• Team-based atmosphere with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge, innovative projects.
• Ability to make an impact across the country through energy-use reduction and sustainable design solutions.
• Competitive salary and benefits package with profit-sharing potential.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Flexible hours.
• Casual work environment.
• Approachable leadership team
• Health and wellness incentives
• In-house golf league, softball, sand volleyball, and soccer teams

What We Do

Our diverse portfolio is the direct result of our commitment to the communities we serve. Through close working relationships and service, we strive to meet the unique needs of each client. Our wide variety of experience on different types of projects, from state-of-the-art science and technology facilities to athletic competition venues, has given our team unmatched expertise in multiple markets.

How We Are Different

We bring all services together through our unique, holistic design approach. This method enhances our ability to communicate with clients and explore solutions. In turn, it helps our team collaborate at a high level and produce superior integration of site, systems, and structure. We also know that our firm is only as good as our people—and we happen to have some of the best design professionals in the entire A/E industry. Clark & Enersen hires and retains top talent for every discipline and department in our firm.

Clark & Enersen is an equal opportunity employer