Mechanical Engineer - HVAC & Piping Facilities Design

SSOE Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership opportunities

Bonus program

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

SSOE is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our Automotive & Manufacturing Facilities Group in Nashville. You will develop innovative projects and collaborate with clients, engineering teams, and professionals to ensure quality, compliance, and innovation in designs.

We offer a competitive salary, bonus program, ownership opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. Join a growing company with a strong culture and global Fortune 100 client base.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Three or more years of related practical experience.
• Experience sizing HVAC and piping systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT; MS Office.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Experience in Automotive/Manufacturing projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering methods and techniques on work of small projects or on portions of larger projects including HVAC and piping.
• Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and assistance in deriving possible solutions to unusual problems.
• Exercises limited judgment in making adaptations or modifications to design concepts.
• Reviews work with supervisor to ensure the application of sound engineering practices and professional judgment.
• May supervise, coordinate, and direct the work effort of designers on the same project with some responsibility for checking his/her portion of the completed drawings.
• May write portions of specifications and assist in preparing cost estimates.
• Performs design work in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Job may require use of AI or similar digital technology to perform the job function.

Skills

HVAC sizing

AutoCAD

REVIT

Industrial facilities

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Microsoft Office

Job description

SSOE is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Mechanical Engineer for our Automotive & Manufacturing Facilities Group, who develops innovative projects in a transformational and growth sector. In this position, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of advanced industrial facilities for the world’s leading companies. You will work closely with our clients, engineering teams, and other professionals to ensure that projects meet and exceed industry standards. If you have a passion for cutting‑edge technology, your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the quality, compliance, and innovation of our designs.

Why Join SSOE?

At SSOE, you’ll work with amazing colleagues and be part of something big! We have consistently been named a “Great Place to Work” and are experiencing the most successful years in our history. Along with industry‑leading salary compensation, you’ll be eligible for a generous bonus package and profit‑sharing. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase shares in the company — shares that have significantly outperformed both the S&P and Dow averages.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $80k – $100k / year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.
• Bonus and Incentives: Eligibility for our annual program based on company and individual performance and goals.
• Ownership Opportunities: As an employee‑owned firm, we offer ownership opportunities to all employees at the associate level and above. This position is an associate‑level position.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan (with company matching), professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays.

Additional Perks

• Dynamic Culture: Experience a supportive culture where you’re an essential and highly valued member of our vibrant team.
• Exciting Projects: Work on thrilling projects from inception to completion and engage directly with some of the most innovative clients globally.
• Continuous Learning: Embrace a culture of perpetual learning where curiosity is celebrated, innovative ideas are welcomed, and your career growth aspirations are fully supported.
• Career Stability: A diversity of market sectors, project types, and geographic locations that help insulate your career from economic ups and downs.
• Career Advancement: Embark on a structured career journey with abundant opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Holistic Compensation: A holistic approach to compensation and benefits that supports your physical and mental health, encourages work‑life balance, and empowers your career advancement and financial success.

SSOE – The Best of Both Worlds

At SSOE, our growth trajectory allows us to offer the opportunities normally associated with a large firm while embracing the collaborative and supportive culture often found in smaller firms. As a member of the SSOE team, you’ll work on exciting and diverse projects for Fortune 100 clients around the globe, supported by the best technology for the task at hand. You’ll experience our employee‑centric culture that strives to offer a healthy balance, flexible working arrangements, direct access to leadership at all levels, and a continuous learning mindset. Once you experience the SSOE difference, you’ll understand the why behind our metrics.

• 28% of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more.
• 15% of employees have tenure exceeding 15 years.
• 99% of our CEO’s approval rating on Glassdoor.
• 98% of our clients who say they would recommend us to a colleague.

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry‑leading AI Large Language Models, vibe‑coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering methods and techniques on work of small projects or on portions of larger projects including HVAC and piping.
• Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and assistance in deriving possible solutions to unusual problems.
• Exercises limited judgment in making adaptations or modifications to design concepts.
• Reviews work with supervisor to ensure the application of sound engineering practices and professional judgment.
• May supervise, coordinate, and direct the work effort of designers on the same project with some responsibility for checking his/her portion of the completed drawings.
• May write portions of specifications and assist in preparing cost estimates.
• Performs design work in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Job may require use of AI or similar digital technology to perform the job function.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need on Day One:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited college program.
• Three or more years of related practical experience is required.
• Experience with, and the ability to size HVAC equipment, duct and ancillary equipment, hydronic and utility piping systems.
• Knowledge and experience using AutoCAD, REVIT preferred, as well as Microsoft Software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Experience working on Automotive, Manufacturing, and Commercial projects is a plus.
• Good communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required.