Mechanical Engineer

SSOE, Inc. • Boise, ID

2d • $80,000 - $115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

SSOE's Advanced Technology division specializes in high-tech facility design, offering top-tier design and engineering services to a diverse array of clients and markets. The team is composed of highly skilled and knowledgeable professionals who excel across various disciplines. SSOE prides itself on its cross-disciplinary approach, which allows for a more comprehensive understanding and addressing of client needs than traditional, siloed methods. The ability to seamlessly conceptualize, plan, and detail every aspect of design is a key differentiator. In-house experts collaborate closely, optimizing and enhancing work through multi-discipline strategy sessions. By leveraging cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art software, industry-leading technology and innovative solutions are delivered from day one.

SSOE is looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to participate in the design of state-of-the-art industrial and high-tech manufacturing facilities for the world’s leading high-tech companies. Mechanical Engineers will be responsible for working with other contributing Mechanical Engineers, Designers, and Sr. Project Managers to create and problem-solve exciting and complex designs that incorporate some of the latest design techniques, while ensuring that all specifications are met, and to ensure timely completion of projects.

At SSOE, the company empowers its team to work smarter by providing responsible access to industry-leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, employees will receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited school in Mechanical Engineering or technically related discipline.
• Experience working with AutoCAD and Revit are required.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience with designs containing HVAC, chillers, boilers, pump hydraulics, exhaust, process chemicals, wastewater discharge, or other similar mechanical building systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ASHRAE standards, NFPA codes for mechanical systems, and familiarity with applicable state/local building codes.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical information and design concepts to project managers, contractors, and cross-disciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Experience with Navisworks, PIPE-FLO or similar hydraulic modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Producing detailed engineering designs, technical project plans, specifications, drawings, and models that meet our specifications and client needs.
• Creating, influencing, and finalizing designs involving industrial and domestic piping, plumbing systems, chillers, boilers, HVAC ducting, exhaust, motor control, Fire Protection systems and possibly other mechanical building systems.
• Performing detailed mechanical system calculations including load analysis, airflow modeling, equipment sizing, pump head curves, pressure drop, and energy consumption to optimize system performance and support design decisions.
• Applying standard engineering techniques and procedures and exercising judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications to design concepts. Ensuring quality control by complying with company and team design and CAD standards.
• Working with the design team, other Engineers, Project Managers, and other stakeholders on specific assigned objectives, complex features, and aiding in deriving possible solutions to unusual problems.
• Facilitating internal and external design review meetings, ensuring all deliverables meet quality assurance standards and project milestones, while mitigating risks related to design errors or omissions.
• Coordinating needs, designs, and developing an understanding with other design disciplines (Electrical, Structural, Process/Chemical, Architectural, etc.) for design package needs.
• Performing field verifications / site walks to identify, verify, resolve, and incorporate solutions into design packages when needed. May troubleshoot design problems in the field during construction.
• Managing technical inquiries, submittal reviews, and RFI responses from contractors and vendors, maintaining rigorous version control and supporting contractor coordination during procurement and installation phases.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching)
• Opportunities for professional development and training (including support for relevant licensure & certifications)
• Generous PTO & paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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