Mechanical Engineer

Career Collective
  • Olathe, Kansas
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Mechanical Engineer


    We do not offer H-1B or other visa sponsorship for this position.


    Summary:


    Our team is looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer to design and engineer HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems for commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, and other institutional facilities. This is a building systems (MEP) engineering role and not a product design position. The ideal candidate will contribute to all phases of project delivery, from design through construction, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.


    What We Offer


    • Flexible and competitive pay scale
    • Multiple location options
    • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
    • Opportunities for professional growth and career development
    • Collaborative and team-oriented work environment


    Key Responsibilities


    • Design and engineer HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems for commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, and institutional facilities.
    • Prepare complete construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations, in compliance with applicable codes and standards.
    • Perform HVAC load calculations, equipment selections, and system performance analyses using industry-standard software such as Trane TRACE, eQUEST, and Revit MEP.
    • Coordinate mechanical systems with architectural, structural, electrical, and plumbing disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
    • Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets while maintaining quality and client satisfaction.
    • Provide construction administration services, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and conducting site observations.
    • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
    • Interface directly with clients, architects, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
    • Contribute to energy modeling, sustainability initiatives, and LEED/green building certification efforts.
    • Support business development through proposal preparation and client presentations.


    Required Qualifications


    • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or a minimum of three years of mechanical design experience.
    • AutoCAD and Revit experience.
    • Minimum of five years of progressive experience in MEP/building systems engineering preferred.
    • Demonstrated experience designing HVAC, plumbing, and/or fire protection systems.
    • Strong understanding of applicable codes, including ASHRAE, IMC, NFPA, and IPC.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to a variety of audiences.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.


    Preferred Qualifications


    • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
    • LEED AP or other sustainability credential.
    • Experience with energy modeling software, including Trane TRACE, eQUEST, or EnergyPlus.
    • Background in healthcare, higher education, commercial, or mission-critical facility design.
    • Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) coordination workflows.
    • Experience with commissioning processes and documentation.


    Please note: This position may not encompass all of the responsibilities listed above. If you do not meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.




    Numbers & Facts

    LocationOlathe, Kansas

    Skills

    • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)unmatched
    • Accounts Payableunmatched
    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • AutoCADunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Building Systemsunmatched
    • Business Developmentunmatched
    • Commissioningunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Construction Administrationunmatched
    • Construction Document Setunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
    • Design Servicesunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Energy Modelingunmatched
    • Engineer in Training (EIT)unmatched
    • Equipment Selectionunmatched
    • Green Constructionunmatched
    • HVACunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Higher Educationunmatched
    • Industry Standardsunmatched
    • Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
    • Information Modelsunmatched
    • Mechanical Designunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP)unmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)unmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Plumbingunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Product Designunmatched
    • Professional Engineerunmatched
    • Project Scheduleunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Proposal Writingunmatched
    • Quality Engineeringunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Sales Presentationunmatched
    • Sustainabilityunmatched
    • System Architectureunmatched
    • Systems Analysisunmatched
    • Systems Engineeringunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Leadershipunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

    Be found by employers

    5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

    Level up your application

    Professional resume templates

    Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

    Free resume templates

    Free resume builder

    Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

    Free resume builder