Design Mechanical Engineer - Life Sciences

About the role

GBA, a full-service architectural and engineering firm, is seeking a Design Mechanical Engineer to join our Life Sciences group. We specialize in biopharmaceutical facility design and deliver integrated solutions for leading industry clients.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC, plumbing, and process utility systems for complex biopharma and biotech manufacturing facilities, including cleanroom environments
• Develop and coordinate mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations for project deliverables
• Prepare design documentation including basis-of-design narratives, equipment schedules, and utility summaries
• Coincide with architects, process engineers, and other disciplines to deliver integrated building solutions that respond to client spatial, functional, and budgetary needs
• Perform design calculations and equipment selections under the direction of senior engineers; support review of work by junior team members
• Write technical specifications and support compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Support construction administration activities including field reviews, RFI responses, and submittal reviews
• Manage and coordinate mechanical scope on multiple concurrent projects within defined schedule and budget parameters
• Contribute to internal quality processes and mentor entry-level staff

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• 3–5 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in building systems or facility design, with preference for biopharmaceutical, biotech or, industrial facility experience
• EIT certification preferred; active PE license preferred or in active pursuit
• Working knowledge of HVAC design, utility systems, process piping, equipment selection, and applicable code compliance
• Proficiency in Revit preferred, Microsoft word and excel, Bluebeam Revu, Carrier HAP
• Solid design calculation skills, attention to detail, and ability to work through complex building systems problems
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to coordinate effectively across disciplines and with clients
• Demonstrated success working in collaborative, multidisciplinary team environments
• Able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work within budget constraints

Qualifications

• Occasional overnight travel with weekend trips home

Skills

• Building systems design experience
• Developing knowledge of regulated facility requirements
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environments
• Construction administration activities
• Internal quality processes
• Mentoring entry-level staff

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $85,000 - $105,000/year
• 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
• Training, professional growth, and advancement opportunities

Pay

$85,000 - $105,000/year

Schedule

Occasional overnight travel with weekend trips home