Staff Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical (Chicago)

About the role

The Staff Mechanical Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments across a variety of sectors, including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government, and military facilities.

The role involves collaborating with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting mechanical plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for projects such as power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, governmental, and military facilities.
• Design mechanical components based on project needs and requirements set forth by project managers.
• Apply strong knowledge of mechanical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the industry.
• Research and compile project-related data as required by project managers.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections using multiple CAD-related software.
• Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program, with 3 years of mechanical engineering experience (consulting preferred).
• OR bachelor’s degree in mechanical or related engineering technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience (consulting preferred).
• OR master’s degree in mechanical engineering and 2 years of mechanical engineering experience (consulting preferred).
• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment with demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and HVAC analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) certification preferred.

Pay

Compensation range: $110,000.00–$165,000.00 yearly. The expected range is based on individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and work location. Total annual compensation includes base salary and eligibility for a discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage.
• Time off and wellness programs.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement program.

Schedule

Full-time with up to 25% travel required.