Mechanical Engineer

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

401(k) with match

Health, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flexible schedules & PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc is a leading engineering design firm focused on solving complex facility and infrastructure challenges. SSR fosters ownership culture and personal growth, with teams across the U.S.

and opportunities to work on diverse market sectors. As Engineer I, you will apply standard design techniques on small projects, supporting analyses, drawings, and client communication while developing toward responsible charge under senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited college; four years applicable experience in discipline design and analysis.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) credential.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard design engineering techniques on small projects or segments of larger work.
• Develop design approaches with oversight from the EOR; perform engineering studies and analyses.
• Oversee preparation of drawings and documentation; ensure accuracy and adherence to standards; review colleague work.
• Coordinate with architect and other disciplines; communicate design requirements clearly.
• Attend internal meetings; document decisions and action items; coordinate with authorities and utilities.

Skills

Technical writing

Detail oriented

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Trace700

SKM

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 an Engineer I, 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 the EOR 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, and adherence to standards; review colleague work and provide feedback.
• Coordinate equipment and overall design space requirements with the architect and other disciplines; 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, and government requirements.
• Assist with discipline manhour budgets; plan work to schedule and report progress, risks, and needed 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 shop drawings and submittals.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and observe installed construction; comment based on design specifications, owner expectations, and codes.
• Maintain detailed records of communications with clients, contractors, vendors, and team members; contribute to lessons learned.
• Support training and mentoring of designers and EITs; maintain continuous learning on codes, software, and industry trends; assist PMs as needed.

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited college with four years applicable experience in discipline design and analysis
• Registered Professional Engineer

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies; ability to perform studies, load calculations, and equipment selection.
• Proficiency with industry software (Revit, AutoCAD) and disciplinespecific tools (e.g., Trace700, SKM).
• Knowledge of drafting/design procedures, standards, and specifications; knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.
• Strong technical writing and written communication; clear speech clarity; strong comprehension and followthrough.
• Detailoriented with sound judgment and decisionmaking; effective interpersonal skills and ability to mentor designers/EITs.

What We Offer

• 100% Employee-Owned - Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
• Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus companyfunded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
• Company-Paid Protection - Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
• Work-Life Balance - Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
• Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Aff...

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