Senior Mechanical Engineer

OnlyHire.Me; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

OnlyHire.Me is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead project teams designing mechanical systems for healthcare building projects, including construction documents and coordination across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has an ABET-accredited degree, 8+ years of experience with healthcare systems, FE certification, and strong communication, organizational, and mentoring skills. This role offers growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from ABET-accredited program in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering.
• 8+ years of engineering experience focused on mechanical systems.
• Experience designing healthcare building systems and familiarity with codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical design and quality control for mechanical systems.
• Oversee construction documents for new buildings, renovations, and additions.
• Conduct site visits and shop drawing reviews as part of construction administration.
• Identify strategies to enhance cost efficiency.
• Mentor mechanical designers and participate in QA reviews.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organization

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Trane Trace

Revit

Job description

Location: Kansas City, MO, 64112
Country: United States
Salary: $100000-$140000
Start Date:

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead project teams in designing and developing mechanical system construction documents for healthcare building projects. This role involves overseeing the complete design of mechanical systems while ensuring alignment with project budgets, client goals, and coordination across disciplines. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in healthcare design, a detail-oriented mindset, excellent organizational skills, and strong communication abilities. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects, maintain industry-best practices, and build lasting client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform technical design and quality control for assigned projects, including calculations and layouts for all mechanical systems.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in engineering and compliance with current codes.
• Oversee the production of construction documents for new buildings, renovations, and facility additions.
• Conduct construction administration tasks, including site visits and shop drawing reviews.
• Identify and implement strategies to enhance cost efficiency.
• Mentor mechanical designers and assist with quality assurance reviews.

Requirements Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering with a strong focus on mechanical systems.
• Experience designing healthcare building systems.
• Familiarity with mechanical, energy, and FGI codes.
• Medical gas design experience preferred but not required.

Certifications & Licenses

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to use an insured personal vehicle for work-related tasks.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Trane Trace, and Revit.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the country of employment without restrictions or sponsorship.

Why Join Our Client?

Our client values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in delivering impactful engineering solutions. This role offers a chance to lead meaningful projects and advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse workplace and welcomes applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities.