Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer — SciTech Building Systems

WSP in the U.S.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join the Property & Buildings team in Houston, TX. You will contribute to design and delivery of advanced facilities such as research labs, biotech spaces, and clean rooms, from planning through occupancy.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, site visits, and applying Revit and AutoCAD to drawings, with a focus on energy efficiency and decarbonization as part of innovative science and technology projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 1-3 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in building systems design.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Knowledge of HVAC design principles and mechanical building systems.
• Familiarity with engineering calculations, technical reports, and construction documents.
• Experience using or exposure to Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, hydronic, and specialty mechanical systems for Science & Technology facilities.
• Assist with mechanical system calculations, equipment sizing, load analysis, and engineering studies.
• Prepare design drawings, specifications, reports, and technical documentation.
• Support multidisciplinary project teams throughout planning, design, construction, and project closeout phases.
• Participate in site visits, field investigations, and construction observations.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, electrical, plumbing, structural, and specialty disciplines.
• Utilize Revit, AutoCAD, and other engineering software to support project delivery.
• Assist with sustainable design initiatives, energy-efficient systems, and decarbonization strategies.
• Support commissioning activities and troubleshooting of building systems.
• Participate in technical reviews and quality assurance processes.
• Continuously expand technical knowledge through mentorship, training, and project experience.

Skills

HVAC design principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

WSP USA is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join the Property & Buildings team in Houston, TX. You will contribute to design and delivery of advanced facilities such as research labs, biotech spaces, and clean rooms, from planning through occupancy.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, site visits, and applying Revit and AutoCAD to drawings, with a focus on energy efficiency and decarbonization as part of innovative science and technology projects.