Senior Mechanical Engineer

Salas O'Brien•Austin, TX

26d

About The Position

Salas O’Brien is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer/Designer to design HVAC systems for buildings such as K–12 schools, retail and mixed-use spaces, and commercial spaces. The role involves mechanical system design, project leadership and management, coordination with owners, architects, and other disciplines, and guidance for junior engineers. The position is based in Austin, Texas, with travel of less than 10%.

Requirements

10 years of experience in HVAC design and construction.
Solid understanding of duct design, piping design, air handlers, chillers, and boiler systems.
Experience performing load calculations, equipment selection and design, and wet- and dry-side system design.
Knowledge of CBC, CMC, and CPC codes, DDC controls, Title 24, and HAP or EnergyPro.
Strong verbal and written communication skills related to design and specifications.
Excellent work ethic and attitude.
Interpersonal communication and organizational skills, including the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work.
Ability to lead a team and work as part of a team.
Experience with complex institutional projects.
Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines.
Proficiency in Revit and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated facilitation experience.

Responsibilities

Design HVAC systems, including chillers, boilers, air handling units, ductwork, piping, and controls.
Develop mechanical system design calculations.
Perform design quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC).
Lead a project team and manage projects.
Coordinate with owners and architects.
Research code compliance requirements.
Oversee and provide guidance to junior engineers.
Produce mechanical design drawings using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
Perform field investigations.
Coordinate quality control, scheduling, and programming.
Coordinate and communicate information and progress with the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines.