Jobs · Engineering · Illinois

Sr. Mechanical Engineer, PE

BW Design Group · Oak Brook, IL · 1 mo ago
Engineering$120k–$160k/yrFull-time

About the role

Who You’ll Work With
You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the design and engineering of mechanical systems within manufacturing facilities, adhering to industry standards and regulations.
  • Determine appropriate equipment sizes for efficient and effective operation of mechanical systems.
  • Design systems involving air handling units, chemical and laminar fume hoods, unit heaters/coolers, and other HVAC components to maintain optimal environmental conditions.
  • Engineer systems for water, chilled water, wastewater, cooling towers/condensers, boiler/steam or hot water, hydronic systems, compressed gases (air, O2, N2, CO2), waste/drain, and other plumbing systems.
  • Ensure that all mechanical designs meet local, state, and federal regulations and codes.
  • Utilize industry-standard software including REVIT, AutoCAD MEP, and Navisworks for modeling, simulation, and design.
  • Work closely with clients to understand their requirements, provide technical insights, and develop solutions that align with their goals.
  • Follow and maintain quality control processes to ensure that mechanical designs meet the highest standards and client expectations.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, architects, and contractors to integrate mechanical systems seamlessly into larger projects.
  • Oversee mechanical engineering aspects of projects, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.

What You’ll Bring

  • A Professional Engineering (PE) license is mandatory.
  • A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on designing mechanical systems for manufacturing facilities.
  • Proven expertise in equipment sizing, HVAC systems, and various mechanical systems specific to manufacturing plants.
  • In-depth knowledge of water, chilled water, wastewater, cooling towers/condensers, boiler/steam or hot water systems, hydronic systems, compressed gases (air, O2, N2, CO2), waste/drain, and other plumbing systems.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard software, including REVIT, AutoCAD MEP, and Navisworks.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with clients and team members.
  • Willingness to travel for project requirements, including installation and start-up activities, client meetings, company-sponsored meetings, training, industry-related seminars, forums, and conventions.
  • Able to perform as a Mechanical Engineer and execute mechanical design on multi-discipline projects.

Qualifications

  • BS degree Mechanical Engineering from an ABET school required.

Pay

The approximate pay range for this position is $120K - $160K. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

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