Senior Mechanical Engineer: Lead High-Impact Systems

Salas O'Brien; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien in Oakland, CA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive design of mechanical systems for new facilities, additions, and renovations. You will lead project teams, coordinate with disciplines, and develop construction drawings and specifications.

Ideal candidates have a PE license, a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, LEED experience, at least 10 years of design experience, and strong HVAC expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• PE license preferred or required for senior level.
• LEED certification/experience preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of mechanical design experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems required.
• Process piping knowledge is a plus.
• Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC system designs based on scope and client RFPs.
• Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems.
• Perform Load/Energy calculations with software such as HAP, IES.
• Conduct existing building surveys and documentation of HVAC systems.
• Develop system design calculations and equipment selection for buildings.
• Write/edit project specifications.
• Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies.
• Coordinate work with other disciplines.
• Provide construction administration services.
• Perform QA/QC of design work.
• Oversee and guide junior engineers.
• Lead project teams and be the primary client contact.
• Assist in procuring new work including client relations and interviews.

Skills

PE license

LEED

10+ years design

HVAC design

Process piping

Codes and standards

Leadership

Communication

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Salas O’Brien in Oakland, CA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive design of mechanical systems for new facilities, additions, and renovations. You will lead project teams, coordinate with disciplines, and develop construction drawings and specifications.

Ideal candidates have a PE license, a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, LEED experience, at least 10 years of design experience, and strong HVAC expertise.