Mechanical Engineer (Hybrid)
The Mechanical Engineer role at Confidential Client involves designing and managing mechanical systems such as HVAC, utility piping, and process ventilation for commercial and industrial facilities. The position offers opportunities to develop design solutions, prepare technical documents, and engage in construction site observations, with a focus on continuous learning and professional growth within a hybrid work environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, an Engineering, Planning & Design firm specializing in commercial, agribusiness, industrial and municipal facilities.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role overview
We are working with a confidential client to hire a Mechanical Engineer (Hybrid) — open to Staff (entry) and Project (mid-level) engineer candidates. The mechanical team designs material handling, process ventilation and building safety systems, process and utility piping and heat exchangers, and building HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial, agribusiness, industrial and municipal facilities.
What you’ll do
- Staff Engineer (Entry Level)
- Work under direction of a Project or Senior Engineer to develop practical design solutions
- Produce high-quality design documents: calculations, drawings, and specifications
- Apply and grow knowledge of design codes and industry standards
- Use engineering/design software with increasing efficiency
- Perform construction-phase site observations and prepare reports
- Travel to job sites (~5% possible)
Project Engineer responsibilities (Mid-Level)
- Deliver high-quality engineering work using fundamentals, codes and industry standards
- Mentor and support less-experienced engineers
- Evaluate preliminary design options and communicate recommendations
- Prepare calculations, edit specifications, and coordinate multi-discipline drawings
- Review project documents for quality and coordination
- Manage construction RFI responses and review shop drawings; liaise with clients/contractors
- Assist with proposals and project fee estimates as needed
- Travel to job sites (~10% possible)
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Staff Engineer: 2–4 years of relevant experience
- Project Engineer: 5–7 years without PE OR 4 years with PE may be considered
- Experience designing HVAC systems, utility piping, or process ventilation preferred
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
- Proficiency with industry-standard design software and engineering fundamentals
Salary & benefits
- Staff Engineer: $70,000 – $90,000 per year
- Project Engineer: $85,000 – $110,000 per year
A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer, including market data, geographic location, experience, and specialized skills.
Benefits include: health, dental, vision, life insurance, profit-sharing, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, paid leave, and professional development support.
About the client (industry)
The confidential client is an Engineering, Planning & Design firm specializing in commercial projects, bulk commodity-handling facilities, and structures for value-added processing, manufacturing and distribution. They serve a wide range of clients including multinational corporations, local municipalities, and agricultural businesses.
Why join
- Work on impactful infrastructure projects across commercial, industrial and municipal sectors
- Supportive culture with mentoring, professional development, and community-focused activities
- Flexible/hybrid schedule to support work–life balance
- Opportunities to grow technical skills and take on increasing responsibility
How we recruit
Careertakes is managing the recruitment process for this confidential client as a third-party platform. Qualified candidates will be considered for direct employment by the confidential client. Screening may include resume review, phone/video interviews and technical discussions.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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