Mechanical Engineer

Shive-Hattery; Ralston (NE); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Disability protection

Wellness incentives

Flexibility

Job summary

Shive-Hattery, a full-service architecture and engineering firm, seeks a Mechanical Engineer with 5–10 years of experience to shape projects from concept through completion. You will work with a collaborative team to deliver high-quality solutions for diverse clients.

The role involves designing utility systems, coordinating with building disciplines, and producing Revit drawings. It offers an office or hybrid work environment with site visits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with HVAC emphasis.
• Experience with 3D modeling and Revit preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical design of utility systems including steam, chilled water, hot water, and compressed air.
• Design of building systems: plumbing, heating, cooling, ventilation, fire protection, building automation, and industrial processes.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (electrical, structural, architectural, civil) on projects.
• Produce construction drawings using Revit 3D modeling software.
• Visit project sites for data collection and construction observation.

Skills

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with HVAC emphasis

Tools

Revit

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Job Type: Full-time

Let's Do great things-Together

At Shive-Hattery, we believe great design starts with great people. We're a full-service architecture and engineering firm with a legacy of collaboration, innovation, and putting people first, our clients and each other. If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter and your growth is supported, you'll feel at home here.

Why This Role Matters

As a Mechanical Engineer with 5-10 years of experience you'll play a key role in supporting the firm and shaping projects that make a difference-from concept through completion. You'll collaborate with talented teammates, contribute your expertise, and help us deliver thoughtful, high-quality solutions for those we serve.

What You'll Do

• Mechanical design of utility systems to include steam, chilled water, hot water, compressed air, and others.
• Occasional design of mechanical design of building systems to include plumbing, heating, cooling, ventilation, fire protection, building automation, and industrial process systems
• Work in a team setting with mechanical team members and multi-disciplines teams including electrical, structural, architectural and civil
• Work on a variety of mechanical projects across our market sectors. Common projects include higher education and healthcare facilities (with the occasional project with government, industrial, and commercial facilities)
• Produce construction drawings using Revit 3D modeling software
• Will be visiting project sites to assist with measuring, data collection and construction observation duties

Requirements

You don't need to check every box to succeed here. If your experience aligns with many of the items below and you're excited about the work we do, we encourage you to apply.

• Graduated from an accredited engineering school with bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an HVAC emphasis
• Experienced in 3D modeling software, Revit preferred. Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is desired
• Must be able to collaborate with other team members in a professional environment and have good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
• Professional Engineering License

What will make you stand out

• Prior experience in thermal utility or central plant design a plus but not required
• Experience with professional design services (engineering consulting) is preferred
• Must be able to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to engineering detail

Our Commitment to You

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings
• disability protection
• wellness incentives
• flexibility

Who We Are

Shive-Hattery is a privately held architecture and engineering consulting firm with design offices across the United States. Here, you'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams delivering integrated design solutions for clients across industries. You'll contribute to meaningful projects guided by our principle to design what matters and make our world a better place. You're looking to build something great. So are we.

Shive-Hattery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

This position is primarily performed in an office or hybrid environment and may require travel to project sites, other Shive-Hattery office locations or to meet with clients. A full clean driver's license is required. The role involves sitting, standing, and working at a computer for extended periods. May also require lifting light to medium weight objects of up to 50 lbs., the wearing of PPE and navigating active construction sites. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.