Senior Mechanical Engineer � Life Sciences

GBA Team; Lenexa (KS); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid company holidays

Opportunities for training and growth

Job summary

GBA Team in Lenexa, KS seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design on biopharmaceutical projects. With 7+ years of experience and a BS in Mechanical Engineering required, the role emphasizes proficiency in REVIT, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, challenging environment. GBA offers a competitive salary between $105,000 and $135,000, comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible time off, and opportunities for professional development. Join GBA to build your career in a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, preferably in life sciences.
• Experience designing HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and maintain project quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of HVAC and mechanical systems for biopharmaceutical facilities.
• Work with clients to establish design criteria and develop solutions.
• Conduct field reviews and support construction and commissioning phases.

Skills

Collaboration and communication skills

Proficiency in REVIT

Experience with complex building projects

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Job description

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Senior Mechanical Engineer – Life Sciences

Job: Senior Mechanical Engineer – Life Sciences

Location: Broomfield, CO or Lenexa, KS

Build Your Future with GBA

GBA, a full-service architectural and engineering firm, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Life Sciences group. We specialize in biopharmaceutical facility design and deliver integrated solutions for leading industry clients. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects from concept through completion in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

GBA is offering a long-term career opportunity for a senior mechanical engineer with 7+ years of experience. The candidate will use their extensive experience in building system design to design complex facilities for top bio-pharmaceutical clients. You'll work directly with clients to establish design criteria, develop solutions that balance spatial, functional, and budgetary needs, and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead design of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical utility systems, for complex biopharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing facilities
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to create integrated building solutions that respond to client spatial, functional, and budgetary needs
• Perform design calculations, equipment selections, and review calculations and equipment selections performed by project team members
• Evaluate and assess existing mechanical systems; develop retrofit and upgrade strategies
• Work directly with clients to establish design criteria and develop design concepts that meet project goals and budgetary expectations
• Write technical specifications and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain project quality assurance and coordinate with other disciplines (architecture, electrical, process engineering, fire protection)
• Conduct field reviews, investigations, and support construction and commissioning phases
• Mentor and guide junior engineers; contribute to technical excellence across the team

What You Bring

• BS in Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Mechanical Engineering
• 7+ years of experience
• Experience with complex building projects; Life Sciences experience preferred
• Proficiency in REVIT required; AutoCAD experience is a plus
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a technically challenging, team-oriented environment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At GBA, you’ll be part of a team that values integrity, safety, and innovation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Competitive salary: $105,000 – $135,000 annually + performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, accident, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
• Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
• Opportunities for training, professional growth, and advancement

Join Our Team

If you’re a motivated mechanical engineering professional who takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality work, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and build your future with GBA.

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or any other status protected by law.