Mechanical Engineer (HybridRemote)

Mechanical Engineer (Hybrid/Remote)

Our growing firm is looking for passionate problem-solvers driven to make a real impact: were hiring a Mechanical Engineer. Engineer the infrastructure that propels commerce enables a more sustainable impact elevates municipal services and creates impressive gathering spaces. At VAA youll have unique opportunities to utilize your talents and experience while flexing your problem-solving muscles.

The Project Engineer is responsible for leading and/or overseeing preparation of design documents and project deliverables for industrial and agricultural projects in a timely and technical-quality appropriate manner which meets client contractual and company requirements.

Your role:

• Perform high quality engineering services using sound analysis and design techniques based on applicable

• Efficiently use appropriate software to complete engineering design and provide clear and concise engineering direction to be included in the project deliverables.

• Understand scope schedules and end-product needs for your role on each assigned

• Provide direction and distribute your work to technicians and Perform a quality review of your work.

• Review project documents for coordination with all

• Participate in internal coordination meetings and client coordination

• Prepare design/layout preliminary concepts and accurately communicate the

• Prepare and edit specifications coordinate with Review shop drawings.

• Identify potential additional service items; assist in request for additional

• Provide weekly input on personnel scheduling; assist project manager with balanced weekly workload

• Support project manager in nurturing the client

• Assist in the training of new engineering staff and provide performance feedback as requested; other supervisory responsibilities as requested.

• Manage time based on project budget and

• Communicate with clients/contractors regarding RFIs and field

• Perform site visits during design phase to verify existing conditions and identify engineering and coordination

• Potential 10% travel to construction job

Your resume must include:

• BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (with emphasis in appropriate discipline for position)

• 5 -10 years engineering experience

• Prefer PE Certification

• Strong engineering analysis and judgment combined with a basic knowledge of applicable codes

• Experience with the design of engineering systems including steam cooling/chilled and heating water and compressed air.

• Experience with ASME piping and tank design standards and specifications.

• Understands hand methods for approximate engineering calculations

• Engineering software proficiency

• Specialty design and construction knowledge / experience

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other appropriate design software

• Preferred Working knowledge of AutoCad Revit Plant 3D

Starting Annual Salary Range: $85000 - $105000. A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer including but not limited to market data geographic location experience and specialized skills.

Benefits: Health dental vision life insurance profit-sharing 401(k) discretionary bonus program paid leave and more!

Get to Know VAA

VAA is an Engineering Planning and Design firm specializing in commercial projects bulk commodity-handling facilities and structures for value-added processing manufacturing and distribution. VAA is one of the industrys leading firms combining nearly a half-century of excellence with a vibrant future-focused energy. We serve a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from multinational corporations to local municipalities to individual farms and businesses.

Hear first-hand what its like to work here the range of opportunities you can find and the wealth of resources that will support you - both professionally and personally:

Why VAA

• Its not all calcs and CAD around here. Join your peers for a chili cookoff or homebrew tasting... get an opportunity to dunk the CEO during our annual Community Caring Campaign. Take advantage of charitable PTO to volunteer for organizations youre passionate about. At VAA were committed to building community from within and making a difference in the communities where we live and work.
• Support for life/work balance: flexible schedule options onsite gym Employee Assistance Program and fun opportunities for friendly competition
• Ongoing professional development including mentoring online learning and tuition reimbursement.
• An award-winning workplace recognized by USA Today as a nationaland 2026 Top Workplace USA and by the Star Tribune as one of Minnesotas Top 200 Workplaces (2022/2023/2024/2025).

Lets get growing.

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VAA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Vets/Disability employer

Required Experience:

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