Mechanical Engineer

Career Collective; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Collective is seeking a licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer with 8+ years of experience to lead design efforts for mechanical building systems, perform calculations, and prepare construction documents for diverse projects. You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with PMs and architects, ensure codes compliance, review drawings, and communicate with clients through all project phases.

This role requires PE, strong leadership, and proficient Revit skills to deliver high-quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building systems, engineering principles, and applicable building codes.
• Proficiency in Revit, engineering modeling software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and develop mechanical system designs in compliance with industry standards, codes, and project requirements.
• Prepare and review construction documents, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, architects, and other engineering disciplines throughout the design process.
• Participate in project planning, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and manpower estimates.
• Review engineering designs for accuracy, constructability, coordination, and quality assurance.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to designers and junior engineers.
• Mentor team members and support their professional development.
• Communicate with clients regarding project requirements, design solutions, and project progress.
• Resolve technical challenges through sound engineering judgment and practical application of mechanical engineering principles.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Perform final design reviews prior to project completion.
• Support additional engineering and project-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Engineering calculations

Building codes

Revit

Engineering modeling software

Microsoft Office

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Quality assurance

Client relations

Project coordination

Sound engineering judgment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Engineering modeling software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We do not offer H-1B or other visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing engineering calculations, designing mechanical building systems, and preparing construction documents in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements. This individual should be comfortable working independently, exercising sound engineering judgment, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality projects on schedule and within budget.

The candidate should have experience leading design efforts, mentoring junior staff, coordinating with project managers and engineers, and communicating effectively with clients throughout all phases of a project.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building systems, engineering principles, and applicable building codes.
• Proficiency in Revit, engineering modeling software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and develop mechanical system designs in compliance with industry standards, codes, and project requirements.
• Prepare and review construction documents, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, architects, and other engineering disciplines throughout the design process.
• Participate in project planning, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and manpower estimates.
• Review engineering designs for accuracy, constructability, coordination, and quality assurance.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to designers and junior engineers.
• Mentor team members and support their professional development.
• Communicate with clients regarding project requirements, design solutions, and project progress.
• Resolve technical challenges through sound engineering judgment and practical application of mechanical engineering principles.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Perform final design reviews prior to project completion.
• Support additional engineering and project-related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Engineering calculations
• Building codes and industry standards
• Revit
• Engineering modeling software
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Active listening and communication
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Technical report writing
• Leadership and team mentorship
• Quality assurance and design review
• Project coordination and client relations
• Time management and organizational skills
• Sound engineering judgment and decision-making