Mechanical Engineer PE

Baird, Hampton & Brown; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible scheduling options

Paid parental leave

Training opportunities

Job summary

Baird, Hampton & Brown is looking for a Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE) in Fort Worth, Texas. This role involves overseeing HVAC/Plumbing design projects and performing project management tasks. Key responsibilities include designing mechanical systems, managing budgets, and collaborating with clients.

Applicants should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, a valid PE license, and at least 2 years of relevant experience. The firm offers a supportive work environment with numerous benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience designing HVAC/Plumbing systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and balance workload.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical projects related to heating and cooling designs.
• Prepare cost estimates, specifications, and design analyses.
• Manage mechanical engineering of small projects.
• Attend client meetings, representing the firm's interests.

Skills

Mechanical HVAC/Plumbing design

Project management

Revit

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HAP

Trace

Bluebeam

Job description

At Baird, Hampton & Brown, our mission is building partners through creative, sustainable engineering solutions, and honest, long-term relationships. With over 30 years in the business, we understand that a solid foundation is necessary in every aspect of what we do. We support our team members in pursuing excellence in their fields and balancing their lives. We serve our clients with integrity, communication, and involvement at every stage. As a team member, you can trust BHB to champion our core values, which leads to healthy, mutually beneficial relationships as well as services of the highest caliber.

We are currently seeking a full-time, exempt Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE). As a mid-level position, you will oversee small to mid-size mechanical and HVAC/Plumbing design projects that include commercial, industrial, retail, medical, municipal, schools, and more. You will also perform project management tasks such as creating and tracking budgets, overseeing the scheduling of projects, and reviewing construction documents.

Mechanical systems and design will include chilled water systems, steam & hot water boiler systems, VAV systems, industrial process cooling, cooling towers, fume exhaust systems, ground source and water source heat pump systems, AC units and dust collection systems. During this time, you will also develop professional skills, learning the business and client side as well as the process to eventually manage the full scope of a MEP engineering project.

In this role you can expect to perform the following tasks. This is not an exhaustive list:

• Design heating, ventilating, and air conditioning installations and underground steam, gas, and compressed-air utilities.
• Design constant volume and variable volume ductwork systems.
• Supervise the installation of the above equipment and utilities.
• Prepare cost estimates, specifications, and design analyses.
• Manage the mechanical engineering of small projects.
• Balance workload and varying requirements of multiple projects.
• Understand mechanical and plumbing system design and applications, can anticipate what systems are required for different projects.
• Perform space planning, future planning, anticipate mechanical room sizes, and identify conflicts.
• Attend client meetings and represent the mechanical interests of the firm.
• Perform the majority of construction administration duties and review all construction documents with the Engineer of Record.

We require:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) license. If the license is outside of Texas, we will expect this to be transferred within six months.
• At least 2 years of licensed experience designing Mechanical HVAC/Plumbing systems for commercial and industrial buildings
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Connections are a critical part of how we work.

It helps to have:

• Experience in a consulting firm designing for commercial, education, healthcare, industrial, historical, and hospitality.
• Proficiency in HAP, Trace, Bluebeam, and vendor specific software.
• Active membership and/or leadership roles in local engineering or industry associations such as ASHRAE, ASPE, or TSPE.

Physical Demands

This position is primarily sedentary with long periods of sitting, but occasional walking and lifting up to 25lbs may occur. Occasionally bending, squatting, and reaching overhead may also occur. Additionally, extensive computer usage is required daily. The position will attend site visits, which may occasionally include exposure to weather, tight spaces, or dusty conditions.

Position Type and Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position, with an expectation to work 40 hours per week. BHB offers flexible scheduling options, including five 8-hour days or four 9-hour days with a half day on Friday morning. While the start and end times of the workday can be adjusted, employees are expected to establish and maintain a consistent schedule which must encompass the core business hours of 9am - 4pm. Although overtime is not required, it is requested at times to meet our clients’ needs.

Benefits

We believe that taking care of our employees and their families is vital to our success. For several years, BHB has been awarded the titles of "Best Place for Working Parents" and Zweig’s "Best Firms to Work For."

BHB sponsors employee medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, and basic life insurance, as well as subsidizing a significant family portion. BHB also offers voluntary life and disability insurances, paid parental leave after 12 months of employment, a PTO bank immediately available, and 401(k) matching.

We believe in lifelong learning: providing many internal and external training opportunities including formal and informal mentorship programs. We sponsor multiple professional and industry memberships, licensure, and leadership opportunities. More details regarding benefits will be provided during the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baird, Hampton & Brown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and childbirth conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression, or status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.