Mechanical Engineer

Manatal; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Flexible schedule

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA

Gym/fitness reimbursement

Company events

Job summary

Manatal in Salt Lake City invites a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design from concept through construction on institutional projects. You will work with firm leadership to guide healthcare, K-12, higher education, and government facilities, while mentoring junior engineers.

The role offers hybrid flexibility, ownership of projects, and a path toward office growth within Utah. Ideal candidates have 3–7 years of consulting experience and a strong background in building systems and codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 3–7 years of consulting engineering experience.
• Minimum of 2 years designing institutional building systems.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and institutional systems.
• Experience leading design across multiple phases of development.
• Familiarity with national codes and standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Outlook, Teams, Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for institutional facilities from schematic through construction.
• Prepare drawings and design docs using Revit and CAD.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers as the Salt Lake City team grows.
• Support business development through proposals and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with national codes and standards.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing systems

Communication skills

MS Office

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

CAD

Job description

Are you ready to Lead mechanical engineering design on meaningful institutional projects while helping build a growing office? This Mechanical Engineer / Senior Mechanical Engineer opportunity offers the chance to take ownership of projects, influence office growth, and work directly alongside firm leadership.

Based in Salt Lake City with hybrid flexibility, this role is ideal for an engineer with 3 to 7 years of consulting engineering experience who wants to Lead mechanical engineering design from concept through construction. The successful candidate will work on healthcare, K-12, higher education, and government facilities while playing a key role in the continued expansion of the Salt Lake City office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design for institutional facilities including healthcare, K-12, higher education, and government projects.
• Lead mechanical engineering design efforts from schematic development through construction administration.
• Complete project drawings and design documentation using Revit and CAD platforms.
• Perform engineering calculations, equipment selection, specifications development, and site observations.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Interface directly with clients, end users, contractors, and project stakeholders to document project requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Principals and leadership teams across Colorado, Idaho, Utah, and Wyoming.
• Lead mechanical engineering design coordination with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Support business development efforts through proposal preparation, presentations, and client relationship management.
• Help pursue new institutional opportunities and support strategic growth initiatives.
• Lead mechanical engineering design reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with project objectives.
• Provide construction administration support, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field coordination.
• Mentor and support junior engineers as the Salt Lake City team expands.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable national codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to office leadership initiatives and long-term staffing growth plans.
• Lead mechanical engineering design solutions that improve building performance, energy efficiency, and maintainability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• 3 to 7 years of consulting engineering experience.
• Minimum of 2 years designing institutional building systems.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and institutional building mechanical systems.
• Experience helping Lead mechanical engineering design projects through multiple phases of development.
• Knowledge of applicable national codes and standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or actively pursuing PE licensure.
• Proficiency with Revit.
• Previous experience supporting business development and proposal activities.
• Demonstrated desire to Lead mechanical engineering design teams and project initiatives.
• Interest in office leadership and long-term career growth.

Compensation & Benefits

• $85,000 - $140,000 annually, depending on experience and licensure
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
• Partial dependent coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health and fitness reimbursement programs
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible schedule with 9-hour days Monday through Thursday and half-day Fridays
• Paid holidays
• Monthly company events and employee recognition programs

Why Join Us?

This is more than a typical engineering position. It is an opportunity to Lead mechanical engineering design while helping establish and grow a Salt Lake City office. You will work on technically challenging institutional projects, collaborate directly with firm leadership, and have a voice in the future direction of the office.

If you are looking for the opportunity to Lead mechanical engineering design, mentor future team members, develop client relationships, and help shape a growing operation, this role provides a clear pathway toward leadership and long-term career advancement.

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