Senior Mechanical Engineer – Healthcare Buildings

Olsson; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design and QA/QC for healthcare facilities within our Facilities Engineering and Design Team. You will apply advanced mechanical concepts, direct staff, and collaborate across disciplines to meet project goals.

The role emphasizes innovative solutions, regulatory compliance, and improving patient care through reliable mechanical design while contributing to standards within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• At least 8 years of mechanical engineering experience with increasing responsibility, preferably in healthcare facilities design.
• Healthcare-related certifications such as HFDP, ASSE 6060, and ASSE 12080 are a plus.
• Membership in ASHE or equivalent is advantageous; experience with national codes/standards development is preferred.
• Healthcare certifications like CHC or Healthcare Physical Environment Worker are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and review of mechanical systems for complex healthcare facilities projects.
• Serve as a technical specialist applying advanced mechanical engineering concepts for healthcare environments.
• Perform QA/QC and ensure mechanical designs meet project objectives and regulatory standards.
• Conduct research to inform innovative design solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency.
• Advise and direct staff on mechanical design approaches to meet project requirements and client expectations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems into overall project designs.
• Contribute to development of standards and guidelines for mechanical engineering activities.

Skills

Team leadership

QA/QC leadership

Healthcare facilities design

HFDP

ASHE involvement

Communication

Ownership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

PE license

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Healthcare Buildings

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a passion for designing innovative solutions in the healthcare sector? As aSenior Mechanical Engineeron Olsson's Facilities Engineering and Design Team, you’ll provide high-level technical support and lead quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities that drive excellence in healthcare facilities design. In this role, you’ll apply your expertise to independently make recommendations and decisions that enhance the design and functionality of healthcare environments. You’ll work on complex projects, develop unique solutions, and ensure that our designs meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Primary responsibilities:

• Lead the design and review of mechanical systems for complex healthcare facilities projects.
• Serve as a technical specialist, applying advanced mechanical engineering concepts to address the unique challenges of healthcare environments.
• Perform QA/QC and ensure that mechanical designs meet project objectives and regulatory standards.
• Conduct research to inform innovative design solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency.
• Advise and direct staff on mechanical design approaches to meet project requirements and client expectations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems seamlessly into overall project designs.
• Contribute to the development of standards and guidelines for mechanical engineering activities within the team.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• At least 8 years of mechanical engineering experience with increasing responsibility, preferably in healthcare facilities design.
• Healthcare-related certifications such as ASHRAE Healthcare Facilities Design Professional (HFDP), ASSE 6060 Medical Gas Systems Designer, and/or ASSE 12080 Certified Legionella Water Safety & Management Specialist are a plus.
• Membership in a state or national chapter of the American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE) or equivalent is advantageous. Experience with National Codes/Standards development and participation in relevant committees is highly preferred.
• Healthcare-related certifications, such as Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) or Healthcare Physical Environment Worker, are a plus.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading complex mechanical design projects and providing technical leadership within a team.
• Enthusiasm for advancing the healthcare industry through innovative and reliable mechanical engineering solutions.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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