Senior Mechanical Engineer (Design-Build)

Orionplacement; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Denver is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical and plumbing design for commercial, industrial, and advanced facilities within design-build projects from concept to completion.

You will develop conceptual designs, schematic drawings, construction documents, and technical specifications, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with owners, general contractors, and project teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical or plumbing engineering experience.
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience with design-build project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, hydronic, plumbing, and sheet metal systems.
• Ability to develop engineering designs, construction documents, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of building codes, engineering standards, and mechanical system calculations.
• Experience with engineering design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or load calculation programs.
• Experience with energy modeling, building controls, commissioning, or preconstruction estimating is a plus.
• Strong communication, technical leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical and plumbing engineering design for commercial, industrial, and advanced facility projects.
• Develop conceptual designs, schematic drawings, construction documents, and technical specifications.
• Design and evaluate HVAC, hydronic, sheet metal, plumbing, and process-related mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with owners, general contractors, consultants, and project teams to develop customized engineering solutions.
• Review engineering drawings for quality, code compliance, and technical accuracy.
• Support design-build project development, preconstruction planning, and mechanical cost estimating.
• Perform equipment selection, load calculations, system sizing, and engineering analysis.
• Coordinate with construction operations teams to resolve technical challenges and support successful project execution.
• Participate in client meetings, site visits, and design coordination activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to ongoing engineering improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Load calculation programs

Job description

Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take a leadership role in designing innovative mechanical and plumbing systems for complex, high-impact construction projects.
• Join an established, respected mechanical construction company offering stability and long-term career growth.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, profit sharing, 401(k), generous PTO, and excellent health and life insurance benefits.
• Work on exciting projects across pharmaceutical, healthcare, manufacturing, data centers, laboratories, and other advanced facilities.
• Enjoy the autonomy to develop creative engineering solutions while collaborating with talented industry professionals.
• Make a lasting impact by mentoring emerging engineers and helping shape the future of our engineering team.

Location

Denver, CO | On-site | Full-time

Join our collaborative engineering team in the Denver metro area, where you'll work closely with construction professionals, project stakeholders, and fellow engineers to bring innovative designs to life.

Note

Candidates must have 8+ years of mechanical or plumbing engineering experience, an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, and a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Experience with design-build project delivery and mechanical system design is essential.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We're an established mechanical construction company known for delivering high-quality engineering solutions and building lasting relationships. Our success starts with our people, and we're committed to providing a supportive environment where experienced professionals can lead, innovate, and grow their careers.

Job Description

As our Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing complex mechanical systems and supporting exciting design-build construction projects from concept through completion.

• Lead mechanical and plumbing engineering design for commercial, industrial, and advanced facility projects.
• Develop conceptual designs, schematic drawings, construction documents, and technical specifications.
• Design and evaluate HVAC, hydronic, sheet metal, plumbing, and process-related mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with owners, general contractors, consultants, and project teams to develop customized engineering solutions.
• Review engineering drawings for quality, code compliance, and technical accuracy.
• Support design-build project development, preconstruction planning, and mechanical cost estimating.
• Perform equipment selection, load calculations, system sizing, and engineering analysis.
• Coordinate with construction operations teams to resolve technical challenges and support successful project execution.
• Participate in client meetings, site visits, and design coordination activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to ongoing engineering improvements.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical or plumbing engineering experience.
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience with design-build project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, hydronic, plumbing, and sheet metal systems.
• Ability to develop engineering designs, construction documents, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of building codes, engineering standards, and mechanical system calculations.
• Experience with engineering design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or load calculation programs.
• Experience with energy modeling, building controls, commissioning, or preconstruction estimating is a plus.
• Strong communication, technical leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe outstanding engineering starts with talented people who have the freedom and support to do their best work. You'll enjoy challenging projects, experienced colleagues, meaningful leadership opportunities, and a collaborative culture that values professional growth and employee well-being.

With generous benefits, profit sharing, and a strong commitment to work-life balance, we're here to help you build a fulfilling, long-term career.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance