Mechanical Engineer — Design & Systems for Impact

Salas O'Brien, Inc.; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Salas O’Brien seeks a Mechanical Engineer for the Fed-Florida Business Unit in Merritt Island, FL. You’ll design mechanical and plumbing systems, perform energy analyses, and coordinate with multi‑discipline teams on complex projects.

Responsibilities include design development, permitting, construction management, and QA/QC compliance. 5+ years’ experience and PE‑track potential are preferred; US citizenship for security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• BS Mechanical Engineering from ABET‑accredited program.
• 5+ years of professional Mechanical Engineering experience.
• EIT preferred; ability to obtain PE within 1–2 years.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, ASME, NFPA, NEC, UFC; preference for FBC/IBC/IMC/IPC/AFMAN/SSMAN.
• Experience with CAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu or other modeling/drafting software.

Responsibilities

• Perform project direct billable functions to maintain a personal utilization rate of 85%–90%.
• Assist engineering teams from concept design to testing; ensure deliverables meet customer standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including design specs, test plans, and progress reports.
• Communicate with customers, contractors, and project teams in a timely manner.
• Perform site design, permitting, assessments, and construction management.
• Adhere to Project Management Plans and QC programs.
• Coordinate with Engineer of Record and Project Manager.
• Ensure adherence to Fed-Florida’s quality control standards.

Skills

5+ years of experience

EIT preferred

MS 365 proficiency

Communication

Education

ABET‑accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Salas O’Brien seeks a Mechanical Engineer for the Fed-Florida Business Unit in Merritt Island, FL. You’ll design mechanical and plumbing systems, perform energy analyses, and coordinate with multi‑discipline teams on complex projects.

Responsibilities include design development, permitting, construction management, and QA/QC compliance. 5+ years’ experience and PE‑track potential are preferred; US citizenship for security clearance may be required.