Mechanical Engineer II - IV

Syskahennessy; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 71,684 - 146,792; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Professional development courses

Competitive PTO policy

Job summary

Syska Hennessy Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II – IV for its San Francisco or Sacramento offices. The role involves creating designs, performing calculations, and collaborating with the design team to deliver various projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, strong REVIT and MEP skills, and relevant experience in MEP projects. Benefits include comprehensive insurance plans, 401(k) matching, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• 18 months to 7+ years of relevant experience in the MEP field.
• Basic understanding of proper system selection.
• FE certification required.

Responsibilities

• Create basic designs and perform equipment selections.
• Conduct field inspections and assist in technical reports.
• Coordinate with team and external clients.

Skills

REVIT skills

MEP skills

AutoCAD MEP

Energy analysis software knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD MEP

REVIT

Job description

Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group. We specialize in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning. Our dynamic environment provides the optimal setting to take your engineering career to the next level. From supportive culture, a diverse workforce, competitive compensation to a flexible work schedule—Monday to Thursday in the office for 9 hours and Friday for 4 hours remotely at home—as well as fun social events.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer II – IV in our San Francisco, CA or Sacramento, CA offices.

Job Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineer II – IV you will create basic designs under the direction of senior engineers and/or senior designers, perform equipment selections, and perform load/energy and pressure drop calculations for a variety of projects and project sizes. You will progress from basic design work assignments to more complex projects working with a technical team.

• Conduct field inspections to determine existing conditions; assist Senior Engineer in due diligence, feasibility, gap analysis, and other technical reports and drawings.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and work in close contact with the entire design team.
• Create basic designs under the direction of senior engineers and/or senior designers; perform equipment selections and load/energy and pressure drop calculations.
• Represent Syska Hennessy Group and work closely with internal design team as well as external clients and consultants (owners, builders, developers, program managers, architects, vendors, etc.).
• Maintain master drawing organization format and company standards.
• Assist senior engineer and/or senior designer in determining project scheduling, manpower, and budget requirements.
• Process RFIs, change orders, bulletins, and addenda.
• Establish system application, design, and operational parameters/sequences under the direction of senior engineer and/or senior designer.
• Develop specifications, system narratives and layouts for a variety of projects.
• Participate in, ensure, and oversee QA/QC process for your work and the work of others.
• Perform construction administration and field investigation tasks, including detailed inspection reports.

Job Requirements

Successful candidates should demonstrate strong REVIT and MEP skills from mark‑ups through production of detailed drawings; basic knowledge of construction documentation and design phase requirements. Knowledge of trade‑specific design and calculation software, including energy analysis software (CFD or Trane), is a good fit.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited institution.
• 18 months to 7+ years of relevant experience in the MEP field with projects such as aviation, healthcare, commercial, and mission‑critical.
• Latest versions of AutoCAD MEP and REVIT required.
• Basic understanding of proper system selection.
• Basic knowledge of applicable codes.
• FE certification required.
• Experience in mission‑critical, science + technology, healthcare, and interest in project management greatly preferred.

Benefits

• Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and supplemental benefit plans.
• 401(k) plan with generous employer matching program.
• Training and professional development courses.
• Professional development incentive bonuses.
• Dynamic employee resource groups.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) policy.
• Transit/parking employer stipend.
• Half work‑from‑home Fridays all year long.

We value diversity and equality and empower employees to take ownership of their work. Syska Hennessy Group offers an environment where you can build an exceptional career and make a lasting impact.

Syska Hennessy Group | Integrating the best minds and technology to help clients create exceptional environments.

California pay range: $71,684 – $146,792 USD