Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Power & Industry

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design on a wide range of projects—from power plants to healthcare facilities and airports. You will work with project teams through design and construction, adapting drawings to meet budget and client needs.

The role requires an ABET-accredited degree and FE/EIT (or advanced degree) with relevant experience, plus strong CAD/BIM and analytical skills for successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program, and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred, required.
• Or bachelor's degree in mechanical or related engineering technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of FE exam and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred, required.
• Or master's degree in mechanical engineering and 2 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred, required.
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and HVAC analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Design mechanical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used mechanical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the mechanical engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D Rendering Programs

Hydraulic analysis

HVAC analysis programs

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

ABET-accredited mechanical engineering program

FE exam

EIT certification

Master's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D Rendering software

Hydraulic analysis software

HVAC analysis software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design on a wide range of projects—from power plants to healthcare facilities and airports. You will work with project teams through design and construction, adapting drawings to meet budget and client needs.

The role requires an ABET-accredited degree and FE/EIT (or advanced degree) with relevant experience, plus strong CAD/BIM and analytical skills for successful project delivery.