Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer

AECOM is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to be based in Orange CA; Denver CO; or Columbus OH.

About AECOM: 

AECOM is a globally recognized architecture and engineering design firm. This global presence allows our creative designers to have a positive impact on millions of lives located around the globe. Our practice is centered around people and the way that they interact and experience our designs and the built environment. By leveraging the design thought process our multi-disciplinary teams develop solutions that solve client and global challenges. Our projects have a direct positive impact on the spaces and policies that define the world we live in ultimately creating a thoughtful resilient and beautiful future. 

About Buildings Places: 

Our Buildings Places practice includes architecture interiors building and system engineering urbanism and planning landscape design strategy economics technology solutions asset advisory and cost and program management. This team assists our clients from strategy through project realization creating positive outcomes for those who occupy and use the buildings and environments we help to create. Our practice work includes a wide range of small to large projects in varied market sectors such Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Commercial Aerospace Higher Education Industrial and Process Transportation Aviation Sports and Federal market sectors. We look to combine beauty sustainability resiliency high performance buildings and innovation in our projects and believe these values can be instilled in any project regardless of size or budget. 

The Mechanical Engineer will be capable of working with limited supervision to complete project design ideal candidate will have a passion for design mechanical systems and will be responsible for leading small projects for new facilities and renovation modernization and repurposing of existing buildings. On larger projects this person will support the Senior Engineer as needed. This person must be well organized able to demonstrate critical thinking quickly recognize issues and be part of the solution.  

The Engineer knows how to perform the technical calculations and design understands the project requirements and the effort required to complete the work. The candidate should be able to design the projects from concept up to construction and delivery to the Client. Candidate should be capable of working independently with limited supervision to complete both small and large complex projects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external clients is required. Candidate must be well organized be able to demonstrate critical thinking and can quickly recognize issues and be part of the solution. 

Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: 

• Mechanical engineering from conceptual design through construction administration and post-occupancy 
• Be competent in all aspects of mechanical systems design for a variety of types of projects or markets to complete routing engineering assignments and calculations 
• Strong understanding of applicable codes and standards relevant to mechanical engineering 
• Ability to independently perform specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer. 
• Ability to work on concurrent projects.  
• Develops designs within a BIM design environment.  
• Develops designs and specifies equipment components and materials for projects in conjunction with correlating basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures and in alignment with engineering design and performance specifications. 
• Coordinates with other disciplines to produce complete and well-coordinated documents.  
• Organizes and conducts site visits for the purpose of data collection and evaluation of mechanical systems equipment components and materials for projects with and without well-defined scopes 
• Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments. Identifies discrepancies in results. 
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision. 
• Completes assigned engineering and design tasks in accordance client specified criteria and applicable codes and standards 
• Attend meetings with owners clients or architects as needed 
• Review submittals (shop drawings etc.) to determine conformance with construction documents. 
• Research design and evaluate mechanical products equipment systems and processes to meet requirements apply knowledge of engineering principles. 

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements: 

• BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering Architectural Engineering or similar field 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering 
• EIT and or PE Certificate 
• 5 years of mechanical engineering experience within an A/E consulting or design-build firm 
• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD based design projects 
• Competent in all conventional aspects of mechanical engineering and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard mechanical engineering techniques procedures and criteria 
• Experience in designing complex hydronic systems steam VRF systems and sustainable designs. This includes cooling towers water cooled chillers air cooled chillers hot water and steam boilers geothermal systems etc 
• Excellent communication skills: articulate assertive and confident 
• Creative thinker with effective teamwork skills 
• Experience with LEED and sustainable design 
• Ability to use load calculation software such as Trace700 and other energy modeling software such as eQuest IES is a plus. 
• Plumbing and Fire Protection system design experience 
• Analyze equipment energy use for optimizing systems 
• Project related travel may be required for this position 

Additional Information :

• Hybrid work environment Fully remote position not available.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time