Project Mechanical Engineer – HVAC Design

Olsson; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a Project Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design on large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects across commercial, healthcare, laboratories and data centers.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with architects, structural, electrical and civil teams, and drive innovative, sustainable, cost-effective solutions while ensuring quality and schedule adherence. This on-site role is based in North Kansas City, MO, offering growth with a people-centric firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• 6+ years of related mechanical engineering experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design for large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Mentor and inspire junior engineers.
• Coordinate with architects, structural, electrical and civil engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Drive innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective design solutions.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to project timelines.

Skills

Strong communication

Ownership in work

Team collaboration

Interpersonal & problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson’s Facility Engineering and Design Team leads the way in delivering innovative solutions for high-profile, technically complex projects. From large commercial developments and healthcare facilities to laboratories, educational institutions, data centers, and military installations, we provide comprehensive engineering analysis, design services, and professional consulting that set the standard for quality and performance.

As a Project Mechanical Engineer, you’ll take ownership of challenging projects that shape communities and industries. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys mentoring others, and brings creative problem-solving to sophisticated engineering challenges.

What you’ll do:

• Lead Complex Projects: Manage mechanical engineering design for large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects with demanding technical requirements.
• Mentor and Inspire: Guide junior engineers, fostering growth and technical excellence across the team.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Coordinate with architects, structural, electrical, and civil engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Drive Innovation: Apply advanced engineering principles to develop efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective designs.
• Ensure Excellence: Oversee quality control and compliance with industry standards, client expectations, and project timelines.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 6 or more years of related mechanical engineering experience.