Sr. Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/Building Systems
Posting Locations: Champaign, Lisle, Normal, Peoria, Springfield, or Tinley Park, IL; or St. Louis, MO
About the Role
In this role, you will assume multi-project responsibilities for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and specialty piping system engineering and design for buildings including healthcare, commercial, industrial, and educational facilities. This role is client-facing, entrepreneurial, and offers growth opportunities through mentoring from experienced engineers. You will report to a senior engineering manager who will provide mentoring and training to support your development.
Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate HVAC, plumbing, controls, and specialty piping system construction drawings, including specifications.
- Perform construction administration, including submittal reviews and project revisions during construction.
- Prepare preliminary schematics through final designs for projects, including calculations, equipment selection, and layouts.
- Actively engage in and assume responsibility for code research and application.
- Interface with other disciplines, clients, and contractors, leading projects to successful completion.
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and coordination of the production staff.
- Assist in maintaining project design budgets and schedules while pursuing quality results.
- Perform quality control reviews of HVAC and plumbing design work done by others.
- Assist in business development activities, including writing fee proposals and conducting project scoping walks with potential clients.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering.
- 10+ years of professional experience in HVAC and plumbing design for buildings.
- Professional Engineering License (PE) is required.
- Prior management or mentoring of staff required.
- Design experience relative to medium/large commercial and institutional facilities.
- Strong familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, or similar.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to contribute to several projects simultaneously.
About Us
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive. For ten consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®. Our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world. With almost 650 professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people—their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence.
Each year, our staff participates in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results help us continually enhance our work environment.
Benefits
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%.
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans.
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
- Short & Long-Term Disability.
- Maternity and Paternity Leave.
- Professional Development and Training.
- Mentoring Program.
- Paid Time Off.
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements.
- Pet Insurance Plan.
- Hybrid Work Program.
Pay
Salary Range: $99,000 - $149,000 (Salary to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity).