Staff Mechanical Engineer — Project Design Lead

Burns & McDonnell; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement

Insurance and disability

Wellness programs

Time off

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer in Columbus, OH, to join project teams and develop world-class designs across power, process, healthcare, education, government, and industrial facilities.

You will modify and review drawings, apply engineering methods, and collaborate with project managers to meet budget and client needs. Strong CAD/BIM skills and FE/mathematics expertise are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree with 3 years mechanical engineering experience (consulting preferred).
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2 years of experience (consulting preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Review production drawings for diverse facilities including power, process, healthcare, airports, and government buildings.
• Design mechanical components per project manager requirements.
• Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and codes.
• Research and compile project-related data for managers.
• Update drawings in CAD software to reflect corrections.
• Assist with client presentations, shop drawings, and contract administration.

Skills

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D rendering

Hydraulic analysis

HVAC analysis

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering degree

FE exam completed

Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit BIM

3D Rendering software

Hydraulic analysis tools

HVAC analysis programs

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer in Columbus, OH, to join project teams and develop world-class designs across power, process, healthcare, education, government, and industrial facilities.

You will modify and review drawings, apply engineering methods, and collaborate with project managers to meet budget and client needs. Strong CAD/BIM skills and FE/mathematics expertise are essential for this role.