Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Salas O'Brien; Moore (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

Salas O’Brien in Oklahoma City (Moore) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer/Designer to design HVAC systems for new facilities, additions, and renovations. You will produce construction drawings and specifications and collaborate with clients and project teams to resolve mechanical issues.

The role requires a BS in mechanical engineering, 2–4 years of design experience, and knowledge of HVAC, codes, and design guidelines. PE license is preferred; LEED/Sustainable design experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent).
• 2–4 years of design experience in mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC design and codes/standards required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.
• LEED accreditation or sustainable design experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC system designs for projects based on scope and client standards.
• Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems.
• Perform Load/Energy calculations with software (Trace 3D, HAP, IES).
• Conduct surveys and documentation of existing HVAC systems.
• Prepare design calculations and equipment selections for buildings.
• Write and edit project specifications and reports.
• Coordinate with disciplines (MEP, structural, architectural) and consultants.
• Provide construction administration (submittals, RFIs, site visits).
• Code compliance research and related tasks.

Skills

HVAC design

Load calculations

Engineering design

Code compliance

Construction administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Trace 3D

Carrier HAP

IES

Job description

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer/Designer serves to focus on the design of mechanical systems for new facilities, additions, and renovation projects. This will require providing technical design for the creation of construction drawings and specifications, and existing system studies. Qualified candidates will meet with clients, project teams, code officials, contractors, and others to address mechanical issues to develop effective working relationships. The project clientele includes K-12 Education, Higher Education, Commercial, Health Care, Science and Technology, municipal, and institutional facilities.

In This Role, You Will

• Develop HVAC system designs for a given project based on scope of work and client standards/requirements.
• Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems for a variety of market types.
• Perform Load/Energy calculations with software such as Trace 3D, Carrier HAP, IES, and similar programs.
• Conduct existing building surveys and documentation of existing HVAC systems.
• Develop system design calculations and selection of equipment for use in buildings.
• Write/edit project specifications.
• Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies.
• Coordinate and communicate information and progress with all other internal and external disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, architectural, and specialty consultants.
• Code compliance research.
• Provide construction administration services such as submittal review, RFI response, and site visits.

You Will Be a Great Fit If

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• LEED accreditation and/or sustainable design experience is a plus but not required.
• You have a minimum of 2–4-year design experience.
• You have knowledge in the design of HVAC systems.
• You have knowledge and understanding of codes, standards, and design guidelines.
• You have an excellent work ethic and attitude.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines.
• Provide construction administration services.
• Oversee and provide guidance to junior engineers.

Skills/abilities

• Must have strong verbal and written communications skills.

Location

Oklahoma City (Moore), OK

Travel

Less than 10%

Compensation

This is a full-time position as a Salas O’Brien employee. Benefits include a health insurance plan, a 401K profit sharing plan, and PTO. The position offers competitive compensation. based on candidate experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.