Senior Mechanical Engineer Downers Grove, IL, US

Amedesigngroup

Downers Grove (IL)

Hybrid

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

ESOP
Traditional and Roth 401k
Tuition reimbursement for associates
Scholarship for associates’ children
1-month paid sabbatical after every 5y
1-week paid volunteer leave each year
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental leave

Job summary

ARCO/Murray Engineering seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design scope for design/build projects in Downers Grove, IL. You will guide the full design, from concept to turnover, and apply ASHRAE load calculations while generating construction documents using Revit or AutoCAD.

The role requires 7–20 years of mechanical/plumbing design experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor-level degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related field.
  • Experience using Revit and AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of codes, standards, and design principles for mechanical and plumbing systems.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects at once.
  • Comfortable with working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the design process for mechanical and plumbing systems for a variety of building types.
  • Guide and review the design from concept design to turnover and operation.
  • Apply building codes, standards, and project requirements to mechanical/plumbing design.
  • Perform load calculations using ASHRAE approved methods for different project types.
  • Coordinate with design and construction teams to meet client criteria.
  • Generate permit and construction documents using Revit and/or AutoCAD.
  • Support project pursuits and conceptual design to showcase design/build value.
  • Assist during construction with RFIs, submittals, and field challenges.
  • Develop standards, procedures, and training for the group.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Revit
AutoCAD

Job description

ARCO/Murray Engineering is currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Mechanical Engineering Design team based in Downers Grove, Illinois. This role will be responsible for guiding the full mechanical scope and leading the development of mechanical and plumbing systems in support of design/build projects that will range from Entertainment, Controlled Environment Agriculture, Industrial, Commercial, to Manufacturing facilities.

This is an incredible opportunity to join an established, but fast-growing design/build business and be part of our Mechanical Engineering Design Group. The team collaborates closely with our internal construction partners which are comprised of experienced Engineers and Project Managers with a passion for delivering exceptional results throughout the entire design/build process. If that sounds like the kind of career opportunity you are looking for, come be part of the AME way!

A Day in the Life
  • Manage the design process for mechanical and plumbing systems for a variety of building types from controlled agriculture, waste to value, industrial, manufacturing, to large scale commercial
  • Guide and review the design from concept design all the way to turnover and operation
  • Apply knowledge of building codes, standards, and project requirements in the development of mechanical and plumbing systems design
  • Use ASHRAE approved calculation methods to perform load calculations for various project/building types
  • Coordinate with design and construction team to ensure the final deliverable meets the client criteria
  • Generate permit and construction documents using 3D modeling software like Revit and/or AutoCAD
  • Participate in project pursuits and conceptual design to assist in displaying the value of the design/build approach
  • Assist the project team during construction to review any RFIs, submittals, and field challenges
  • Participate in the development of standards, procedures, and training programs for the group
Necessary Qualifications
  • 7 - 20 years of mechanical and/or plumbing design experience
  • Bachelor-level degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related field
  • Experience using Revit and AutoCAD
  • Knowledge of codes, standards, and design principles for mechanical and plumbing systems
  • Ability to work on multiple projects at once
  • Comfortable with working in a fast-paced environment
What We Can Offer You

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package supports our associates, their families, the causes they support and the local communities.

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Traditional and Roth 401k
  • Tuition reimbursement for associates
  • Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
  • 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
  • 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Paid parental leave

Typical base compensation for the Senior Mechanical Engineer role is between $80,000 and $120,000. Candidates with extensive experience may exceed this range. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation based on individual and company

At AME Engineering, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business development.

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