Senior Mechanical Engineer - (MEP) Mechanical Electrical Plumbing

McKim & Creed, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive pay and paid holidays

Growth opportunities and training

Job summary

McKim & Creed, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for their Clearwater, Florida office to provide technical and design services on power distribution projects.

This position requires leading design projects and delivering construction drawings for institutional and commercial facilities. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, Florida PE licensure, and 8-15 years of experience.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of applicable experience in design and construction.
• Resident of the Tampa Bay/Clearwater area.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable record.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical lead on multi-discipline project teams.
• Produce design and construction drawings and specifications.
• Ensure completion of mechanical design tasks within budget and schedule.

Skills

Autodesk REVIT

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

ASHRAE Standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Current Florida PE licensure

Job description

Overview

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Building, Energy and Infrastructure (BEI) Group in our new Clearwater, Florida office. In this role you will provide technical and design services in support of power distribution, lighting and fire alarm projects. You will lead our design projects as part of a multi‑discipline team to produce mechanical design and construction drawings and specifications for institutional, commercial, municipal and industrial facilities.

During Your Work Day, You Will:

• Act as a technical lead on multi‑discipline project teams supporting mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection) systems for a wide range of facilities, including healthcare, higher education, institutional, federal, state, local government, K‑12 education, and commercial/industrial projects.
• May serve as the Lead Mechanical Engineer, producing design and construction drawings, specifications, and acting as Engineer of Record for the work performed and for subordinate staff.
• Serve as the client interface for projects they lead.
• Undertake and direct evaluations of mechanical equipment and systems, preparing design computations and assessments.
• Generate and oversee mechanical design and construction drawings using REVIT and AutoCAD.
• Observe mechanical construction progress and generate field observation reports.
• Assess the condition of mechanical systems within existing facilities.
• Ensure completion of mechanical design tasks within budget and on schedule.
• Assist in the development of subordinate staff in best mechanical design practices.
• Communicate and coordinate design, writing of reports, and correspondence with other discipline professionals and client representatives to complete work efficiently.
• Stay current with local, state, and federal design standards and regulations.
• Help develop new work and clients related to mechanical design services for a variety of facility types.

What You’ll Need:

• Current Florida PE licensure.
• Florida‑based project experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a mechanical focus from an ABET‑accredited university.
• 8‑15 years of documented applicable experience working on similar facilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Florida with current NCEES certification.
• Resident of the Tampa Bay/Clearwater area with Florida‑based experience.
• Ability to work in person a minimum of three (3) days weekly in the Clearwater office.
• Willingness to travel to project locations and client meetings throughout Southwest, Central, East, and North Florida, with occasional travel beyond this area.
• Significant experience using Autodesk REVIT in a design‑related field and proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and Bluebeam.
• Strong knowledge of the ASHRAE Standards commensurate with experience.
• Ability to climb ladders and perform field survey duties.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• A process‑oriented individual with strong organization, technical, and communication skills.
• A solid communicator capable of taking directives from the Project Manager and Senior Mechanical Engineer and coordinating efforts with the design team.
• Excellent client communication skills with an interest in developing new business and a desire to pursue an Engineering Group Manager career path in 2‑5 years.
• Ability to complete work consistently with flexibility to accommodate varying project demands.
• Experience leading design efforts of subordinate staff.
• Maintains a high level of precision and accuracy, methodical in approach.
• High technical aptitude, interest in technology, and staying current in the field.

What We Offer:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners and benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay and paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical, and military leave.
• Multiple office locations to work from.
• Growth opportunities and training: mentoring and training options.
• Professional development: tuition reimbursement, early‑career professional program, online courses, and more.
• Work that makes a difference: see the direct impact of your work on communities.
• Collaborative, supportive team: people to help solve problems, celebrate successes, and encourage you along the way.

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Employer, a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We maintain a drug‑free workplace.

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