Mechanical Engineer III

Kforce Inc; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

HSA

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kforce's client in Houston, TX seeks a Mechanical Engineer III to join a dynamic engineering team on complex commercial building projects. You will design and coordinate HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems from concept through construction, collaborating with architects, contractors and other engineers in a hybrid work setting.

Responsibilities include creating and coordinating Revit MEP/BIM models, preparing construction documents, conducting site visits, reviewing shop drawings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of commercial mechanical design experience.
• Revit MEP proficiency.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of applicable building codes and engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems from concept through construction.
• Create and coordinate Revit MEP/BIM models and prepare construction documents.
• Conduct site visits and review shop drawings to support construction administration.
• Mentor junior engineering staff and manage multiple project priorities.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce's client in Houston, TX is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to join a dynamic engineering consulting team supporting complex commercial building projects. This role is responsible for the design and coordination of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems from concept through construction. This is a hybrid-full time role. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience designing mechanical systems for commercial facilities such as aviation, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, government, or entertainment projects. Working closely with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams, this individual will develop code-compliant, cost-effective solutions while ensuring project quality, schedule, and client satisfaction. Key responsibilities include creating and coordinating Revit MEP/BIM models, preparing construction documents, conducting site visits, reviewing shop drawings, supporting construction administration efforts, and mentoring junior engineering staff. Candidates should possess strong technical design capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple project priorities in a collaborative environment. This opportunity offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, hybrid work flexibility, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to impactful projects that positively serve communities across the region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of commercial mechanical design experience
• Revit MEP proficiency
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Strong knowledge of applicable building codes and engineering standards

Preferred Qualifications

• PE license or EIT certification
• Design-Build and other alternative delivery method experience
• Experience mentoring junior engineers

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.