Senior Mechanical Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O'Brien is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Rochester, MN to design mechanical systems for educational, commercial, and healthcare environments. The role includes responsibilities like HVAC design, client interaction, and leading project teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, a PE license, and at least 8 years of experience. The position offers a hybrid work model and a compensation range of $100,000 - $130,000, plus a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of design experience.
• Knowledge in the design of HVAC systems.
• Understanding of codes, standards, and design guidelines.
• US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC system designs based on project scope.
• Provide engineering design for a variety of market types.
• Perform Load/Energy calculations.
• Conduct existing building surveys.
• Write/edit project specifications.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines.
• Oversee and guide junior engineers.
• Lead project teams and manage client relations.

Skills

Excellent work ethic and attitude

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to lead a team

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

LEED certification / experience

Tools

Trace 700

IES software

CAD software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Bloomington or Rochester, MN (Hybrid) SIGN-ON BONUS up to $10K

The Senior Mechanical Engineer serves to work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment. The position responsibilities primarily are focused on the design of mechanical systems for new facilities, additions, and renovation projects. This will require providing technical leadership for the creation of construction drawings and specifications, existing system studies and master planning efforts. Qualified candidates will meet with clients, project teams, code officials, contractors, and others to address mechanical issues to develop effective working relationships. The project clientele includes K-12 Education, Higher Education, Commercial, Health Care, Science and Technology, municipal and institutional Facilities.

In This Role, You Will

• Develop HVAC system designs of a given project based on scope of work and/or client RFPs
• Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems for a variety of market types
• Perform Load/Energy calculations with software such as Trace 700, IES and similar programs
• Conduct existing building surveys and documentation of existing HVAC systems
• Develop system design calculations and selection of equipment for use in buildings
• Write/edit project specifications
• Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies
• Complete code compliance research
• Coordinate work with other disciplines
• Provide construction administration services
• Perform QA/QC of design work
• Oversee and provide guidance to junior engineers
• Lead project teams and serve as the primary contact for clients
• Assist in the procurement of new work, including the development of client relations and participation in project interviews

You Will Be a Great Fit If

• You have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• You possess Professional Engineer (PE) license
• You have an LEED certification / experience
• You have a minimum of 8 years of design experience
• You have knowledge in the design of HVAC systems
• You have knowledge and understanding of codes, standards, and design guidelines
• Are a US Citizen

Skills/abilities

• Excellent work ethic and attitude
• Good communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance and prioritize work
• Ability to lead a team and work as a team
• Proficiency in Auto CAD, Revit, and MS Office

Location

Bloomington or Rochester, MN – Hybrid

Travel

Less than 10%

Compensation

$100,000 - $130,000

Bonus

Up to $10,000

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.