Design Mechanical Engineer - Life Sciences

GBA Team•Broomfield, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

GBA, a full-service architectural and engineering firm, is seeking a Design Mechanical Engineer to join our Life Sciences group. We specialize in biopharmaceutical facility design and deliver integrated solutions for leading industry clients. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects from concept through completion in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. As a Design Mechanical Engineer, you will apply your building systems design experience and developing knowledge of regulated facility requirements to produce high-quality mechanical engineering deliverables. You'll work within multidisciplinary project teams, coordinate across disciplines, contribute to design calculations and documentation, and begin to take ownership of project scopes under the guidance of senior engineers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
3–5 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in building systems or facility design, with preference for biopharmaceutical, biotech or, industrial facility experience
EIT certification preferred; active PE license preferred or in active pursuit
Working knowledge of HVAC design, utility systems, process piping, equipment selection, and applicable code compliance
Proficiency in Revit preferred, Microsoft word and excel, Bluebeam Revu, Carrier HAP
Solid design calculation skills, attention to detail, and ability to work through complex building systems problems
Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to coordinate effectively across disciplines and with clients
Demonstrated success working in collaborative, multidisciplinary team environments
Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work within budget constraints

Responsibilities

Design HVAC, plumbing, and process utility systems for complex biopharma and biotech manufacturing facilities, including cleanroom environments
Develop and coordinate mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations for project deliverables
Prepare design documentation including basis-of-design narratives, equipment schedules, and utility summaries
Coordinate with architects, process engineers, and other disciplines to deliver integrated building solutions that respond to client spatial, functional, and budgetary needs
Perform design calculations and equipment selections under the direction of senior engineers; support review of work by junior team members
Write technical specifications and support compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
Support construction administration activities including field reviews, RFI responses, and submittal reviews
Manage and coordinate mechanical scope on multiple concurrent projects within defined schedule and budget parameters
Contribute to internal quality processes and mentor entry-level staff