Mechanical Engineer PE I

System One; Hoover (AL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

System One seeks a Mechanical Engineer PE I in Vestavia Hills, AL, to apply standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license, plus 4–6 years of experience. The position offers a hybrid work model—onsite and remote—with travel 5–10% to job sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and PE license.
• 4–6 years of engineering experience.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Sign and seal engineering documents.
• Analyze, develop, and evaluate systems.
• Improve and maintain current systems or create new projects.
• Design and draft blueprints, visit systems in the field, and manage projects.
• Apply engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment.
• Perform work under general supervision.
• Handle complex issues and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Mathematics

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Travel required

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer License (PE)

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer PE I
Location: Vestavia Hills, AL
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00
Work Model: Hybrid – onsite and remote

Overview

The Mechanical Engineer PE I applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Sign and seal engineering documents.
• Analyze, develop, and evaluate systems.
• Improve and maintain current systems or create new projects.
• Design and draft blueprints, visit systems in the field, and manage projects.
• Apply engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment.
• Perform work under general supervision.
• Handle complex issues and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and Professional Engineer License (PE)
• 4-6 years of experience
• Possesses working knowledge of the subject matter
• Critical thinking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Mathematic skills
• Computer skills
• Technical expertise
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary
• Travel requirement: 5-10% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location
• Physical/Work Environment Requirements: ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and/or poles; climbing stairs; moving self in various positions; working in tight and confined spaces; repeating motions; operating machinery and power tools; outdoor elements such as precipitation, heat, cold, and wind; noisy environment; light to heavy work including moving objects from 20-100 pounds

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.