Senior Mechanical Engineer

EMCOR Group, Inc.; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son L.P. in Twin Falls, Idaho, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of complex building mechanical utility systems for the Food Process sector.

This role focuses on steam, chilled water, HVAC, piping, and related controls within fast-track Design-Build projects, ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable installations.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with trades, and oversee startup and commissioning to support on-time project completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• 10+ years in the construction industry, with a focus on mechanical system design.
• Strong background designing Utility, HVAC, plumbing, steam, and compressed air systems.
• Familiarity with fast-track construction and the Design-Build delivery method.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly encouraged but not strictly required.
• Background in the food process construction industry is a plus.
• Proven ability to mentor less experienced engineers and collaborate with building trades.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and design building mechanical utility systems including steam, chilled water, compressed air, HVAC, medical gases, and plumbing.
• Apply applicable building codes for various jurisdictions across the country.
• Navigate all aspects of the fast-track construction process using the Design-Build delivery method.
• Specify and order equipment, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, fans, air handling units, etc.
• Assist with the startup and troubleshooting of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Collect field data for existing systems and evaluate necessary upgrades.
• Communicate effectively with building trades when questions arise.
• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC systems

Mechanical design

Design-Build

Mentoring

AutoCAD

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects.

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son L.P. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Mechanical Process Group in Twin Falls, Idaho. In this role you will be responsible for the engineering and design of complex building mechanical utility systems specifically tailored for the Food Process industry.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Engineer and design building mechanical utility systems including, but not limited to, steam, chilled water, compressed air, HVAC, medical gases, and plumbing.
• Apply applicable building codes for various jurisdictions across the country.
• Navigate all aspects of the fast-track construction process using the Design-Build delivery method.
• Specify and order equipment, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, fans, air handling units, etc.
• Assist with the startup and troubleshooting of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Collect field data for existing systems and evaluate necessary upgrades.
• Communicate effectively with building trades when questions arise.
• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• 10+ years in the construction industry, with a focus on mechanical system design.
• Strong background designing Utility, HVAC, plumbing, steam, and compressed air systems.
• Familiarity with fast-track construction and the Design-Build delivery method.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly encouraged but not strictly required.
• Background in the food process construction industry is a plus.
• Proven ability to mentor less experienced engineers and collaborate with building trades.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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