Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join the Mission Critical team in Chicago. The role focuses on designing mechanical systems for mission-critical data center projects and advising clients on compliant, safe, and efficient solutions.

Occasional travel is required as part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment. The position offers exposure to large-scale EPC-style projects, opportunities to lead discipline design, and potential to advance toward project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field from ABET accredited program is required.
• FE exam completion with 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience is required.
• Master's degree in mechanical engineering with 6+ years of experience is required.
• PE license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems/equipment for safe, productive workplaces.
• Advise clients on mechanical system options to meet needs and codes.
• Monitor installation to ensure compliance with design specs and safety codes.
• Develop design criteria for air and water side building mechanical systems.
• Review equipment and system designs and specifications.
• Develop concept studies and design.
• Opportunity to develop project management skills.
• Assist project managers with day-to-day management of execution, deliverables, quality, schedule, contracts, and client interface.
• Handle contract administration for RFIs, submittals, change management and claims mitigation.
• Support project reporting on status, risks, schedule, and cost.
• Enforce established standards and practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

ABET-accredited BS in mechanical engineering

FE exam completed

MS in mechanical engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Burns & McDonnell is a company made up of more than 10,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants, and entrepreneurs with offices across the country and throughout the world. Burns & McDonnell has exciting opportunities for those interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast paced, innovative sectors of high tech building design and construction. Project focus would be mission-critical data center projects. This opportunity hires directly into our Mission Critical team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing at an exponential rate. Data Centers are an aggressive market for Burns & McDonnell and are highlighted by several priority articles on our site. Mission Critical is an international practice for Burns & McDonnell that involves exciting, collaborative work across many different departments.

Specific areas of responsibility include the following:

• Designing mechanical systems/equipment to provide for a useful and safe workplace.

• Advise clients regarding mechanical systems/requirements available to meet their needs and comply with safety codes.

• Monitor installation of designed equipment/systems to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety codes.

• Participate in developing the design criteria for air and water side of building mechanical systems.

• Reviews mechanical designs and specifications of equipment or systems being purchased or fabricated.

• Developing concept studies and design.

• Additional opportunity exists to develop project management skills.

• Assist project managers with day-to-day management of project execution, deliverables, quality, schedule, contracts, subcontracts, proposals, and client interface.

• Facilitate and execute contract administration responsibility for RFIs, submittals, change management and claim mitigation.

• Assist in project reporting status, risks, schedule and cost.

• Enforces standards and practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program, and 7 years mechanical engineering experience required.

• Or bachelor's degree in mechanical or related engineering technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years mechanical engineering experience required.

• Or master's degree in mechanical engineering and 6 years mechanical engineering experience required.

• EPC project experience preferred.

• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment design codes (ASME, ANSI, API, PIP, NACE). Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members.

• Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.

• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.

• Ability to travel.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.

Compensation

$140,000.00-210,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Mechanical Engineering

Primary Location

US-IL-Chicago

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID

264968

Job Hire Type

Experienced #LI-EH #GFS