Mechanical Engineer - Healthcare

ISG; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off, pro-rated

Paid holidays and volunteer time

Paid parental leave

Bi-annual profit sharing

ESOP

401K retirement plan

Life insurance

HSA and FSA options

Bereavement leave

Supplemental voluntary benefits

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Parking reimbursement

Cell phone plan reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

ISG is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Brookfield, WI to design and oversee HVAC, plumbing, medical gas, and related systems for healthcare facilities.

As an employee-owner, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated solutions for our healthcare clients, participate in equipment planning, and contribute to sustainment of high-quality environments across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of healthcare mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency in Revit and BIM tools for HVAC/plumbing design.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and healthcare regulations (ASHRAE-170, FGI).
• Hospital BMS platforms experience.
• Experience with PLC-based systems, HMI integration, and hospital BMS platforms.
• Strong client-relations and communication skills.
• Public speaking and stakeholder coordination.
• Healthcare-focused mechanical design documentation experience.
• Collaborative leadership and mentoring mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee HVAC-R, plumbing, medical gas, steam and fire protection systems.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to deliver integrated building solutions.
• Conduct facility assessments and commissioning of healthcare infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
• Manage building automation systems and sustainability initiatives.
• Participate in equipment planning and layout optimization for healthcare facilities.
• Collaborate with project managers on scheduling and documentation.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Medical gas systems

Revit

BMS platforms

Healthcare codes

PLCs & HMI

Client relationship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

Revit

HVAC design software

BMS platforms

PLC systems

HMI integration

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Department: Mechanical + Refrigeration

Location: Brookfield, WI

Compensation: $65,000 - $145,000 / year

Founded in 1973, ISG is a nationally recognized, multi-disciplinary firm offering full-service architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design. We’re proud to support clients across the country with creative, forward-thinking solutions. Now, we’re excited to welcome a passionate Mechanical Engineer to support our growing Healthcare Business Unit.

As an ISG Employee Owner, you’ll partner with a talented team of fellow owners to bring visionary healthcare environments to life. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact through creative problem‑solving, meaningful design, and shared success.

A few recent ISG projects:

• Mayo Clinic Health System – Eastridge Clinic
• UnityPoint Health + Wellness’ Prairie Parkway Campus
• Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic (OFC) Expansion

Essential Duties

• Design and oversee HVAC‑R systems, plumbing, medical gas and vacuum systems, steam generation/distribution, and fire protection systems
• Collaborate with architects, structural, and civil engineers to deliver integrated building solutions
• Conduct facility assessments and commissioning/retro‑commissioning of healthcare infrastructure
• Ensure compliance with healthcare‑specific standards
• Manage building automation systems and sustainability initiatives
• Participate in equipment planning and layout optimization for healthcare facilities
• Collaborate with project managers, including scheduling, documentation, and stakeholder coordination

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program, required
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in healthcare‑related mechanical design, preferred
• Proficiency in Revit and other BIM tools for HVAC and plumbing design
• Strong understanding of building codes (IMC, IPC, FFC), healthcare regulations and safety standards (ASHRAE‑170, FGI)
• Hospital BMS platforms
• Experience with PLC‑based systems, HMI integration, and hospital BMS platforms
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and promote ISG’s design solutions
• Exceptional communication skills—able to convey ideas empathetically, visually, and effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Comfortable representing ISG and clients in public forums and stakeholder meetings
• Demonstrated experience in healthcare-focused mechanical design, including detailed HVAC, plumbing, and medical gas system documentation for healthcare facilities
• Collaborative mindset with leadership capabilities and a passion for mentoring others

ISG Employee Owner Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off, pro‑rated amount available on your start date
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Bi‑annual profit sharing
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
• 401K retirement plan
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Bereavement leave
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Parking reimbursement, varies on office location
• Cell phone plan reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement for ISG‑approved travel