Mechanical Engineer I HVAC & Plumbing Building Systems
Location: Tulsa, OK 74119
Schedule: MondayThursday 7:30 AM5:30 PM | Half-Day Fridays
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Salary Range: $70,000$80,000 (flexible for highly qualified candidates)
Overview
Step into a career-building opportunity with a growing, multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm where collaboration, mentorship, and technical excellence drive every project. This junior-level Mechanical Engineer role focuses on the design and development of HVAC and Plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, and government facilities.
Youll work alongside licensed Professional Engineers and experienced designers in a highly collaborative 10-person mechanical team (within a 20-person department), gaining hands-on experience while developing coordinated construction documents for diverse and impactful projects.
This position is ideal for an engineer with 14 years of relevant experience or a strong internship background who is confident they want to build a long-term career in MEP consulting and pursue professional licensure.
With structured mentorship, exposure to real-world building systems, and a clear path toward PE licensure, this role offers both technical depth and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the design and layout of HVAC and plumbing systems under the guidance of licensed engineers
Perform engineering calculations including heating and cooling load analysis, ventilation calculations, and equipment sizing
Support HVAC system design including air distribution, hydronic systems, and equipment selection
Assist in plumbing system design including domestic water, sanitary, and storm systems
Develop coordinated construction documents including drawings, schedules, and details using industry-standard software
Collaborate with architectural, structural, electrical, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions
Participate in design reviews and quality control processes to maintain accuracy and consistency
Support project planning efforts, scope development, and schedule adherence
Assist with construction administration tasks including responding to RFIs and reviewing contractor submittals
Learn and apply applicable codes, standards, and best practices related to mechanical building systems
Required Skills and Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
14 years of experience in HVAC design, plumbing design, or MEP consulting (strong internship experience considered)
Fundamental understanding of HVAC and plumbing building systems
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate within a multi-disciplinary environment
Preferred Skills
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
Strong interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
Exposure to applicable building codes and standards such as IMC, ASHRAE, and IPC
Experience with load calculation or energy analysis tools
Internship or co-op experience within an A/E or MEP consulting firm
Desire to grow within a collaborative, team-driven engineering environment