Mechanical Engineer III

ZipRecruiter; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Mechanical Engineer III to join their Medical & Clean Manufacturing Group. This pivotal role involves delivering technical excellence and ensuring high customer satisfaction through proactive communication and project management. You will prepare engineering documents, manage project scopes, and lead teams while supporting business development. The company offers an engaging work environment with opportunities for mentorship and career growth. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a collaborative mindset, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on HVAC design.
• Proficiency in LEED design and knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering documents and equipment specifications for HVAC design.
• Support business development through proposals and client interactions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

LEED Design

Revit

AutoCAD

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Position: Mechanical Engineer III

Department: Medical & Clean Manufacturing (MCM)

Reporting Relationship: Senior Project Manager, MCM

Company Background

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

Position Overview & Responsibilities

The Mechanical Engineer III plays a key role in the successful execution of projects for our Medical & Clean Manufacturing Group. This individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. This role requires ensuring high customer satisfaction by managing expectations clearly and proactively. The candidate will contribute to a collaborative team environment through proactive communication and support business development efforts via proposals and client meetings. The Mechanical Engineer III is expected to be self-directed and consultative, leading to differentiators in our service.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Preparing engineering documents and equipment specifications to meet scope and apply thermodynamic principles (e.g., HVAC design, load/energy modeling).
2. Understanding of architectural, electrical, civil, and structural engineering practices.
3. Designing and certifying LEED buildings.
4. Developing estimates for scope of work and ensuring adherence to scope.
5. Serving as project manager for complete projects when assigned.
6. Supporting business development through proposal input and client interactions.
7. Providing work direction to team members and subcontractors.
8. Approving equipment selections and drawing submittals.
9. Offering technical support to other departments/disciplines.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficiency in LEED design.
• Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.
• Collaborative mindset with strong influencing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with effective meeting management skills.
• Adaptability and responsiveness to change.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically.

• Professional Engineering Registration or willingness to pursue it.
• Experience in healthcare facility design or industrial HVAC.

Working Conditions

• Work may involve construction site conditions and lifting/moving equipment.

Core Behaviors

Accountable

• Persistent in goal achievement, acts with urgency, takes responsibility.

Business Focus

• Adapts well, works under pressure, meets commitments.

Project Execution

• Good planning, manages disruptions, seeks process improvements.

Respect for Others

• Informed communication, openness, adaptable communication style.

Team Player

• Shares responsibilities and expertise, builds trust.

Managing People

• Balances team and individual responsibilities, inspires trust.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, HSA/HRA, 401(k), insurance, EAP, PTO, holidays, tuition reimbursement, and voluntary benefits. This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans and Disabilities