Sr Mechanical Engineer

DPR Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Austin, TX. You will develop mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations across design and construction phases, applying codes and standards.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver constructible solutions and lead construction administration activities with project management support. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, 6+ years of experience, and a PE license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering required.
• 6+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• PE license required; NCEES record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations through design and construction documents.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated mechanical solutions.
• Lead construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings and RFIs, and site visits.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering calculations

CAD

Technical coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

3D modeling

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Responsible for the developmen tthe creation of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under reduced supervision. Assists in developing mechanical system designs and analytical models using working knowledge of applicable codes and standards. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, constructible mechanical solutions. Leads assigned construction administration activities and supports project execution through technical coordination, scope management, and risk evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the management and production of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout the design lifecycle from conceptual design through construction documents under reduced supervision.
• Supports review of mechanical deliverables to ensure scope, quality, and coordination standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develops mechanical system designs for HVAC, piping, hydronic, and equipment systems using working knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Leads construction administration activities in collaboration with managers, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and conducting site visits.
• Utilizes CAD and modeling tools to create and review coordinated 2D drawings and 3D mechanical models.
• Assists project managers with cost tracking, scope management, and technical risk evaluation related to mechanical systems.
• Participates in professional development and supports implementation of technical and process improvements.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

6+ years of experience in mechanical engineering required.

Certifications and Licenses

Professional Engineer (PE) license required. NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen.

We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our EEOE Policy.

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