Industrial Design Engineer (MEP)

Daniels Health•Chicago, IL

2d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented engineer with a strong background in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems to support the new design and modification of our medical waste treatment facilities within all Daniels Health sites in North America. This role will focus on developing new facilities and improving existing facilities, integrating treatment technologies, and ensuring that all designs meet operational, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have experience managing multiple concurrent design projects from conception through the drawing and permitting phase. Additionally, they will support the onsite build out team with submittal reviews and drawing clarifications. The role includes travel (10%-20%) visiting sites to meet with AEâs, MEPâs, and other various contractors to ensure drawings are accurate and all aspects of the project are captured. You will collaborate cross-functionally with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to deliver efficient, compliant, and scalable facility design solutions for both new builds and modifications to existing buildings. Role Overview The Industrial Design Engineer (MEP) will play a key role in shaping the future of Daniels Healthâs medical waste treatment facilities. In this fully remote position, youâll design and optimize facility layouts, integrating advanced mechanical, electrical, steam, and plumbing systems that enhance safety, efficiency, and environmental performance. Youâll collaborate with operations, construction, and compliance teams to deliver innovative building modifications that improve process flow and sustainability. This is an opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to meaningful work â creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable healthcare waste solutions.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in facility design, with specific exposure to industrial process facilities, utilities, and MEP systems.
Experience with medical waste, pharmaceutical, chemical processing, or similar regulated environments.
Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and SolidWorks (or similar design software).
Strong understanding of HVAC, compressed air, steam, process piping, and electrical distribution systems.
Familiar with building and fire codes, environmental compliance, and industrial process layouts.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

Facility Design & Layouts: Develop detailed design plans, layouts, and drawings for new sites as well as modifications or expansions of existing medical waste treatment facilities.
Standardization: Develop standards for facilities and equipment installation to streamline the design process
MEP Engineering: Apply MEP expertise to ensure that system designs are fully integrated, compliant, and optimized for facility performance.
Equipment Expert: Develop a sound knowledge and complete understanding of the equipment owned and operated by Daniels Health including but not limited to: Boilers, autoclaves, washlines, compactors, and Robotics.
Cost Estimation: Develop cost estimations of projects to influence budgeting and value engineering
Value Engineering: Propose design alternatives that improve safety, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
Technical Documentation: Prepare technical drawings, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and system schematics using AutoCAD or Revit.
Manage third party professional services: Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Professional and coordinate with General Contractor and equipment suppliers.
Project Collaboration: Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and civil contractors as well as internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure designs meet local building codes, NFPA standards, OSHA regulations, and environmental requirements related to medical waste operations.
Site Modifications: Evaluate existing site conditions and recommend cost-effective design modifications for improved process flow and equipment installation.
Review & Approvals: Support the permitting and review process with regulatory bodies and assist with construction oversight and design clarification as needed.