Mechanical Engineer (1-4 Years)

Coffman Engineers, Inc. • Newport Beach, CA

1d • $82,000 - $97,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Coffman Engineers is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Mechanical Engineer with 1–4 years of experience in the architecture and engineering industry designing HVAC and/or plumbing systems for commercial, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, or other facilities. The role involves an interest in designing HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems for hospitals, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities. The successful candidate should be comfortable consulting with architectural practices and interested in working on a multidisciplinary engineering team.

This is a direct position with Coffman Engineers in its Mechanical department, based in the Newport Beach, California office. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, subject to change, and paid overtime at 1.0 times the hourly rate. The approximate base salary is $82,000–$97,000, based on experience, with eligibility for a discretionary year-end bonus based on company, team, and personal performance. Coffman describes its workplace as a professional office environment with a collaborative team and opportunities for professional, technical, and personal growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• EIT or PE license in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 1 year of related experience in HVAC or plumbing design; the posting describes the target experience range as 1–4 years.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, as a team member, and as a team leader.
• Strong critical-thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, work well under pressure, and maintain positive working relationships.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of work, follows through consistently, and contributes positively to office and department goals, culture, and morale.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with mechanical, energy, and plumbing codes.
• Familiarity with both HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Experience with load-calculation software such as Trace or HAP.
• Experience with energy-modeling software such as EnergyPro.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe InDesign.
• Understanding of database concepts and working knowledge of marketing databases and proposal resource files.
• General knowledge of a firm's practice, clientele, goals, policies, and procedures; basic understanding of A/E/C terminology, procedures, and marketing principles.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC and/or plumbing systems for commercial, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, and other facilities.
• Work on HVAC, piping, and plumbing system design for hospitals, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities.
• Consult with architectural practices.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Manage and follow through on assigned work, prioritize multiple tasks, and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to 5% employer contribution matching when the employee contributes 9%.
• Paid overtime at 1.0 times the hourly rate.
• Eligibility for a discretionary year-end bonus based on company, team, and personal performance.
• Hybrid work schedule, subject to change.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for individually tailored professional and technical advancement and personal growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level