Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Within SSOE’s Advanced Technology division, we specialize in high-tech facility design, offering top-tier design and engineering services to a diverse array of clients and markets. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who excel across various disciplines. We pride ourselves on our cross-disciplinary approach, which allows us to understand and address our clients' needs more comprehensively than traditional, siloed methods. What sets us apart is our ability to seamlessly conceptualize, plan, and detail every aspect of design through multi-discipline strategy sessions and cutting-edge techniques.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will participate in the design of state-of-the-art industrial and high-tech manufacturing facilities for the world’s leading high-tech companies. You will collaborate with other Mechanical Engineers, Designers, and Senior Project Managers to create and problem-solve complex designs using the latest techniques while ensuring all specifications are met and projects are completed on time.

At SSOE, we empower our team with responsible access to industry-leading AI tools, including Large Language Models and vibe-coding platforms, to enhance productivity, creativity, and workflow efficiency from day one.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed engineering designs, technical project plans, specifications, drawings, and models that meet client needs and SSOE standards.
• Create, influence, and finalize designs for industrial and domestic piping, plumbing systems, chillers, boilers, HVAC ducting, exhaust, motor control, Fire Protection systems, and other mechanical building systems.
• Perform mechanical system calculations, including load analysis, airflow modeling, equipment sizing, pump head curves, pressure drop, and energy consumption to optimize system performance.
• Apply standard engineering techniques while exercising judgment in adapting and modifying design concepts.
• Ensure quality control by complying with company and team design and CAD standards.
• Collaborate with the design team, Engineers, Project Managers, and stakeholders to address complex design challenges and derive solutions.
• Facilitate internal and external design review meetings, ensuring deliverables meet quality assurance standards and project milestones while mitigating risks.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines (Electrical, Structural, Process/Chemical, Architectural) to align design package needs.
• Perform field verifications and site walks to identify, verify, and resolve design issues, incorporating solutions into design packages.
• Troubleshoot design problems in the field during construction as needed.
• Manage technical inquiries, submittal reviews, and RFI responses from contractors and vendors, maintaining version control and supporting coordination during procurement and installation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited school in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred and may qualify candidates for the higher end of the salary range.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit is required; experience with Navisworks, PIPE-FLO, or similar hydraulic modeling software is a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience with HVAC, chillers, boilers, pump hydraulics, exhaust, process chemicals, wastewater discharge, or similar mechanical building systems.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards, NFPA codes for mechanical systems, and applicable state/local building codes.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical information and design concepts to project managers, contractors, and cross-disciplinary teams.

Pay

Salary Range: $75,000 - $115,000 per year, depending on location, education, experience, and certifications. Opportunity for leadership incentive and bonus programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401K retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Professional development and training opportunities, including support for relevant licensure and certifications.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.