SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to review mechanical design submittals for healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with Title 24 CCRs and relevant policies. The role includes field observations and collaboration with architects, engineers, and facility owners.

The position is based in Los Angeles County with hybrid telework options. Salary ranges from $11,427 to $14,298 per month, with potential adjustments for PLP 2025 hours, and final filing date of 5/28/2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in mechanical design for healthcare facilities.
• Experience interpreting Title 24 CCRs and related codes for plan review.
• Ability to perform field observations and site visits as needed.
• Experience reviewing mechanical design submittals for compliance and accuracy.
• Familiarity with fire protection system design and related codes (NFPA 13/20/14/24).
• Ability to collaborate with architects, engineers and facility owners.
• Experience addressing code enforcement issues with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary, triage, normal, expedite, and over-the-counter reviews of mechanical design submittals for healthcare facilities to ensure compliance with Title 24 CCRs and policies.
• Conduct field observations as directed to verify site conditions and design implementation.
• Assist in analysis and recommendations to resolve design and construction issues.

Skills

Mechanical design knowledge

Code compliance Title 24 CCRs

Field observations

Plan review

Fire protection systems knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

NFPA code familiarity

Job description

Job Posting: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Department of Health Care Access and Information

JC-515374

Senior Mechanical Engineer

$11,427.00 - $14,298.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 5/28/2026

Job Description and Duties

This bulletin is being reposted. If you previously applied, it is not necessary to reapply.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will perform, but not be limited to, preliminary, triage, normal, expedite, and over-the-counter reviews of submittal documents pertaining to the mechanical engineering design and construction of healthcare facilities as required to ensure compliance with Title 24, California Code of Regulations (CCRs) (including all referenced codes and standards there within), the Office’s Policy Intent Notices, Code Application Notices and other applicable codes, guidelines and policies, and other reference materials. Conducts field observations as directed.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) hours each month. For more details about PLP 2025, visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

HCAI is committed to fostering a flexible, inclusive, and high-performing work environment that supports both operational excellence and employee well-being.

HCAI’s Los Angeles Office is in a state-of-the-art facility within the Wells Fargo Center in the Bunker Hill area of downtown Los Angeles. There is direct access to all major freeways, public transportation and shuttle service to nearby parking destinations. The building offers several amenities such as valet parking, electric vehicle charging stations, banking center, newsstand, car wash, shoeshine, dry cleaners and concierge services. The building is adjacent to restaurants, hotels, shopping, entertainment and cultural venues.

HCAI supports a hybrid telework schedule for many positions, consistent with operational requirements. Telework schedules are only available for CA residents. The telework policy is subject to change, and additional in-office days may be required and/or minimal notification may be given to report to the worksite if an urgent need arises.

Visa Sponsorship: HCAI is not an E-Verify employer and does not provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of appointment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-515374

Position #(s): 441-401-3579-XXX

Working Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Classification: SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER
$11,427.00 - $14,298.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Los Angeles County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information works to ensure that healthcare is available where Californians need it most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state’s healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing vital health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We provide tools and support to help you start, build, or transition your career while making a meaningful impact for all Californians.

Are you a construction or design professional that wants to help ensure California’s healthcare facilities are functional after an earthquake or other disaster? Then a career at the Office of Statewide Hospital Planning and Development (OSHPD) might be the perfect fit for you. OSHPD is the building department for over 1,700 hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. Join the OSHPD team to enhance the resiliency of California’s healthcare infrastructure.

HCAI is committed to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. We value our employees’ skills, experience, and unique perspectives because they enrich our workforce and make us stronger. We embrace and support a culture of equitable opportunity, empowering our employees to advance health care access and information for the diverse populations we serve across California.

Department Website: http://HCAI.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

This position is subject to the Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests filing requirements, which requires disclosure of certain personal economic interests as determined by the Conflict of Interest Code of the Department of Health Care Access and Information. Pursuant to Government Code section 81008, Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests is public record and will be made available for public inspection.

Benefits

In addition to competitive public employee wages and a comprehensive benefits package, our employees enjoy meaningful and interesting work that supports access to healthcare.

To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the Salary and Benefits page on the CalHR website.

University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) employees may qualify to transfer their current and previous employment credit to State of California employment through CalPERS. Human Resources can help with this process upon employment or you can reach out to CalPERS for inquiries at [phone].

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://HCAI.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact:
HCAI Recruitment
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Office
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Application Requirements

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete all applicable fields on the application form, including a list or description of previous/current work experience in the duties performed section. The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification.

Any documents you submit for a job vacancy such as your state application, resume, cover letter, educational transcripts, etc. SHOULD NOT include ANY confidential information e.g. Social Security Number (SSN).

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your high school or college/university transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts may be required prior to appointment.

Foreign Degrees or Transcripts – Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. HCAI accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in mechanical design, plan review, and construction methods.
• Recent knowledge and experience within the past 5 years in interpreting requirements governing design and construction of health care facilities in California, including Title 24 Building Codes and Regulations, and other California business practices, policies, and interpretations for health facilities: hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and clinics.
• Knowledge and experience in mechanical design and review of fire system hydraulic calculations, capacity and calculations for fire pumps, underground piping for fire protection systems and fire hydrants.
• Knowledge and experience conducting field inspections and surveys and preparing reports and recommendations.
• Ability to handle code enforcement issues with architects, engineers, and health care facility owners.
• Ability to apply technical skills to formulate practical solutions in resolving mechanical plan review issues.
• Knowledge and experience in alterations of existing mechanical and plumbing systems; Mechanical design experience with NFPA 13, NFPA 20, NFPA 14, NFPA 24.
• Familiarity with energy standards.
• Experience working and resolving issues with a multi-disciplinary team, clients, contractors, and other technical and professional staff.
• Good writing and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Licensed as a Mechanical Engineer in the state of California.