Mechanical Engineer

Salas O'Brien•Greenwood Village, CO

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Mechanical Engineer (Mid to Senior level) At Salas O’Brien we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way. About Us: Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license
5 to 15 years of design experience
Strong technical knowledge in the design of HVAC systems
Detailed knowledge and understanding of codes, standards, and design guidelines
Passion for technical excellence and a desire to help shape internal technical tools and processes
Excellent work ethic and attitude
Good communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance and prioritize work
Ability to lead and work as a team
Proficiency in Auto CAD, Revit, and MS Office
Ability to travel

Nice To Haves

LEED or similar sustainable design certification / experience
Experience as a project manager leading a multi-discipline design team
Past experience specific to healthcare, higher education, central utility plants, and data centers

Responsibilities

Lead HVAC system concepts, evaluations, selections, and designs based on project requirements, client needs, energy efficiency, life-cycle cost, constructability, maintainability, resiliency, and carbon impacts.
Develop technically sound solutions for complex mechanical systems, including central plants, decentralized systems, electrification, and decarbonization strategies.
Translate complex engineering concepts into clear recommendations and actionable decisions for non-engineers.
Perform and review load and energy calculations using software such as TRACE 3D Plus and IES.
Apply engineering fundamentals, codes, standards, and design guidelines to new and existing facilities.
Mentor engineers and designers on calculations, equipment selection, system design, and documentation to influence their growth.
QA/QC reviews of calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical deliverables.
Develop engineering reports, system studies, narratives, and project specifications.
Independently develop sound controls diagrams and sequences of operations for unique system types, arrangements, or applications.
Conduct building surveys, document existing HVAC system, conditions, age, and recommend prioritization of upgrades.
Support construction administration and resolve technical issues during construction.
Support the continued improvement of design processes, quality, client satisfaction, and relationships.