Mechanical - Staff Designer- Mission Critical

Michaud Cooley Erickson; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Hybrid work options

Parking allowance

Job summary

Michaud Cooley Erickson (MCE) is seeking a mechanical staff designer with a growth mindset and strong interpersonal skills to join our Minneapolis team. The role offers autonomy, opportunities to lead design efforts, and collaboration with project teams on building systems projects.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in building systems design, proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD, and a solid understanding of design standards. Great benefits and a supportive culture await.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• At least 2 years of building systems design experience.
• Proficient in Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine design calculations and sizes standard equipment.
• Following design standards set by PM, Lead Engineer, and EOR.
• Researches and presents equipment and design options to the PM, Lead Engineer, and EOR.
• Follows company master design standards and QA/QC processes.
• Develops knowledge of system types within their discipline.
• Creates project specific details, schematics, and sketches.
• Assembles specifications, including project specific information.
• Interacts with clients and builds relationships on projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Growth mindset

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

MCE-Staff Designer

About MCE

Michaud Cooley Erickson (MCE) is a privately owned full-service engineering firm specializing in providing exceptional mechanical, electrical, lighting, fire safety, security, technological systems, commissioning, and energy management solutions for our clients nationwide. Our dedication to cutting edge building systems design is woven into the fabric of our operations. We cultivate a vibrant culture fueled by sustainable growth, innovative engineering solutions, and impactful experiences.

At MCE, we understand that at the heart of every successful project are the people it impacts. We are dedicated to fostering enduring relationships with our clients and partners, ensuring a holistic approach where every voice is valued, and every vision is nurtured.

Job Summary

We are seeking a mechanical staff designer with a growth mindset and superior interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate is eager to grow in their career to become an industry leader. They will take calculated risks and thrive on autonomy. This role requires a team player with a passion for innovation, who is also a tireless learner, and capable of designing projects independently with the support of their peers. The ideal candidate will have a role in interacting and building relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine code review and analysis.
• Performs routine design calculations and sizes standard equipment.
• Follows design standards set by the Project Manager, Lead Engineer, and Engineer of Record.
• Researches and presents equipment and design options to the Project Manager, Lead Engineer, and Engineer of Record.
• Follows company master design standards.
• Ensures that the QA/QC process is followed and documented.
• Develops a working knowledge of all system types within their discipline.
• Develops knowledge of current design trends and best practices.
• Creates project specific details, schematics, and sketches.
• Assembles specifications, including project specific information.

Requirements

You Will Need to Have

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited university or college.
• At least 2 years of related building systems design experience.
• Proficient in Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Microsoft Office Suite of products experience.

Design your career and future with MCE! In return, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits that support your health and wealth, including:

• Great Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits
• Employer paid short term/long term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Paid community service day and floating holidays
• Flexible workplace options-in office and hybrid
• Monthly parking allowance or bus pass

Salary Range: $66,200- 78,100 annually.

Individual employee compensation is determined with a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, knowledge, skills, geography, and performance. Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Sponsorship is not available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

MCE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Attention Recruitment Agencies

MCE does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not send resumes to our careers email or to any employees. MCE will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions. Only MCE’s Human Resources Leadership can authorize third-party recruiting agreements. Any agreements made without proper authorization will not be recognized, and we will not be liable for any fees related to them. Thank you for your understanding.