Mechanical Engineer in Training II

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee-Owned

401(k) with immediate vesting match

Health, dental, vision coverage + HSA

Life insurance, AD&D, disability

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement & professional

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. is seeking an engineer with an ABET-accredited degree and FE/EIT licensure to work on active facility and infrastructure projects. You will apply SSR standards, perform design analyses, and support production in Revit/CAD while coordinating with multiple disciplines.

Preferred skills include Revit, AutoCAD, Trace700, SKM, and MS Office. This role offers relocation assistance and an employee-owned, growth-focused environment with opportunities for mentorship and

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required with two years of related experience.
• Passed FE exam and licensed EIT in state licensure board.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD; knowledge of Trace700 and SKM preferred.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong technical writing and effective communication; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Apply SSR standards and procedures on active projects.
• Perform engineering calculations and system design tasks.
• Support design production in Revit and CAD; coordinate with designers.
• Coordinate with disciplines for equipment needs and specs.
• Attend meetings with owners, clients, and architects; relay requirements.
• Develop manhour budgets and track progress and risks.
• Produce technical docs, proposals, and presentations.
• Join senior staff on field visits to verify conditions against specs.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Technical writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Design documentation

Mentoring EIT/Junior staff

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Trace700

SKM

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Now Offering: $5,000 - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus | Comprehensive Relocation Packages Available for Candidates Relocating from Anywhere in the U.S.

At SSR, we are a leading engineering design, consulting, and planning firm, committed to solving complex projects and delivering innovative solutions for facility and infrastructure challenges. With locations across the U.S. and expertise spanning diverse markets and services, our collaborative approach empowers us to build lasting partnerships with clients and communities.

We believe high performance and a people‑first culture go hand in hand. As an owner from day one, our colleagues thrive in an environment that values accountability, celebrates achievement, and supports personal and professional growth, driving results while fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, supported, and inspired.

What You'll Do

• Learn and apply SSR technical standards and procedures while executing tasks on active projects.
• Assist with design analyses using industry software; perform computer‑based engineering calculations and system design functions.
• Support production of designs in Revit and/or CADD; coordinate with designers and oversee assigned design development tasks.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to determine equipment needs and provide technical information for procedures and sequences.
• Attend and participate in meetings with owners, clients, and architects as needed; communicate design requirements to contractors and vendors.
• Help develop manhour budgets and perform tasks in accordance with the plan; document progress and risks.
• Assist with technical documentation, proposals, and presentations that communicate scope, approach, and value.
• Accompany senior staff on jobsite visits to investigate field conditions and monitor progress against design specs, owner expectations, and codes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, schematics, and engineering reports; maintain neat, accurate files.
• Actively participate in internal/external training; may mentor EIT I on software, standards, and codes; may assist PMs with select facilitation duties.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited college with two years' applicable experience.
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and be certified EIT with a state licensure board.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD; knowledge of discipline‑specific software such as Trace700, SKM.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies; knowledge of drafting/design procedures and standards.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations; ability to read drawings and coordinate multidisciplinary inputs.
• Strong written communication and technical writing; clear speech clarity and interpersonal collaboration.
• Detail‑oriented with sound judgment and decision‑making; strong comprehension and follow‑through on direction and feedback.

What We Offer

• 100% Employee‑Owned - Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
• Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company‑funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
• Company‑Paid Protection - Life insurance, AD&D, and short‑ and long‑term disability at no cost to you.
• Work‑Life Balance - Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
• Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative Action Employer. EEO disabled/Veterans.