Senior Mechanical Engineer — Federal HVAC & Ventilation

Salas O'Brien, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee support

Job summary

Salas O’Brien in Baltimore/Washington, DC area is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC and process ventilation design for complex federal facilities. Responsibilities include creating construction drawings, performing system studies, and guiding project teams with a focus on life-safety in hazardous environments.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years of design experience, and strong leadership. Travel is 10–20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering required.
• PE license required or to be obtained.
• Minimum 10 years of design experience; PM experience preferred (2+ years).

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC and process ventilation design for high-hazard facilities.
• Create construction drawings and specs; perform system studies.
• Coordinate with disciplines; provide ES&D and construction admin services.
• Lead project teams and serve as primary client contact.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Leadership

Travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Trace 700/3D

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Job description

Salas O’Brien in Baltimore/Washington, DC area is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC and process ventilation design for complex federal facilities. Responsibilities include creating construction drawings, performing system studies, and guiding project teams with a focus on life-safety in hazardous environments.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years of design experience, and strong leadership. Travel is 10–20%.