Mechanical Engineer

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR) in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for full-time work.

You will apply standard design engineering techniques on small projects or portions of larger work, assisting with analyses, drawings, coordination, and client communications while growing toward responsible charge under senior engineers. As part of SSR’s owner-driven culture, you will develop design concepts, review drawings for accuracy, coordinate with the architect and other disciplines, and

Responsibilities

• Apply standard design engineering techniques on small projects or portions of larger work.
• Support analyses, drawings, coordination, and client communication under guidance of senior engineers.
• Develop toward responsible charge with supervision of EOR.
• Coordinate with architects and other disciplines to meet design requirements.
• Attend internal meetings with owners/clients/architects and document decisions.

Job description

• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MECHA002427

Description

At SSR, we’re more than a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm—we’re a team of owners committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We believe high performance and a people-first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth. As owners, we take pride in our work and in each other—driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

Want to hear directly from our team? Visit http://www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr and explore our culture on LinkedIn and Instagram.

What You’ll Do

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll apply standard design engineering techniques on small projects or selected segments of larger work—supporting analyses, drawings, coordination, and client communication while developing toward responsible charge under the guidance of senior engineers.

• Begin assuming responsible charge for portions of project designs under the supervision of theEOR and within your control and expertise.
• Develop design approaches and concepts with conceptual input/oversight from the EOR;perform engineering studies and analyses using industry software.
• Oversee preparation of drawings and documentation; ensure accuracy, neatness, andadherence to standards; review colleague work and provide feedback.
• Coordinate equipment and overall design space requirements with the architect and otherdisciplines; communicate design requirements clearly.
• Attend internal kickoff/design meetings and meetings with owners/clients/architects as needed;document decisions and action items.
• Coordinate with authorities, utilities, and municipalities to incorporate construction, code, andgovernment requirements.
• Assist with discipline man‑hour budgets; plan work to schedule and report progress, risks, andneeded changes to the project manager.
• Perform studies, load calculations, and equipment selection appropriate to the project design;review work for technical accuracy before QA/QC.
• Respond to contractor and supplier questions during bid and construction; review shopdrawings and submittals.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and observe installed construction; comment based ondesign specifications, owner expectations, and codes.
• Maintain detailed records of communications with clients, contractors, vendors, and teammembers; contribute to lessons learned.
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