Sr Mechanical Engineer

DPR • Austin, TX

15d

About The Position

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset. Job Summary: Responsible for the development the creation of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under reduced supervision. Assists in developing mechanical system designs and analytical models using working knowledge of applicable codes and standards. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, constructible mechanical solutions. Leads assigned construction administration activities and supports project execution through technical coordination, scope management, and risk evaluation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience required.
• 6+ years of experience in mechanical engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Nice To Haves

• NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the management and production of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout the design lifecycle from conceptual design through construction documents under reduced supervision.
• Supports review of mechanical deliverables to ensure scope, quality, and coordination standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develops mechanical system designs for HVAC, piping, hydronic, and equipment systems using working knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Leads construction administration activities in collaboration with managers, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and conducting site visits.
• Utilizes CAD and modeling tools to create and review coordinated 2D drawings and 3D mechanical models.
• Assists project managers with cost tracking, scope management, and technical risk evaluation related to mechanical systems.
• Participates in professional development and supports implementation of technical and process improvements.

What This Job Offers

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