Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the role

The Texas mechanical team at Arup is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team based in Houston. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions for clients across various industries.

Responsibilities

• Leading mechanical engineering designs and providing multi-disciplinary design leadership on projects.
• Designing mechanical systems including airside systems, heating and cooling hydronic plant systems, specialty exhaust systems, and steam systems.
• Collaborating with different stakeholders and code officials to deliver integrated projects through construction.
• Coordinating with multiple disciplines and working in conjunction with project managers to deliver comprehensive and coordinated design deliverables.
• Assisting, supervising or mentoring team members and delivering timely feedback and recognition to others.
• Maintaining strong client relations as it pertains to project delivery and repeat business.
• Preparing drawings, specifications, technical reports, and presentation materials and incorporating sustainable design methods in buildings.
• Presenting technical material in traditional and innovative ways for review by technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participating in local Professional Associations.
• Responsible for maintaining quality standards, commercial metrics, and client relations for projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering.
• 6 or more years of professional experience designing and building HVAC systems, including airside and hydronic system components for medium to large scale buildings for commercial, institutional, scientific or healthcare related uses.
• Revit MEP proficiency.
• Familiarity with codes and standards, specifically CMC, IECC/ASHRAE 90.1, LEED energy efficiency and indoor quality, and NFPA.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for team-based work.
• Presentation skills with colleagues, design & construction teams.
• Experience delegating work to others; experience as discipline lead on small to medium size projects or on a significant portion of a large project. Experience managing design effort to meet a stated budget.
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, and exceptional organization skills are required for our constantly evolving environment.

Preferred Skills

• Professional Engineering License in the US.
• LEED Accreditation or WELL Certification.
• Engineering analysis and energy modeling experience including whole building energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modeling.

Benefits

At Arup, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• A competitive, fair, and equitable pay structure.
• A variety of learning opportunities.
• Opportunities to have an impact through the work you do.
• A flexible working arrangement.
• A profit share scheme.
• Health and welfare security.
• A 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match.

Hiring Range

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Houston is $114,000 to $136,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary.