Mechanical Engineering Tech - Contractor

Mechanical Engineer

Within SSOE's Advanced Technology division, we specialize in high-tech facility design, offering top-tier design and engineering services to a diverse array of clients and markets. Our team is composed of highly skilled and knowledgeable professionals who excel across various disciplines. What sets us apart is our ability to seamlessly conceptualize, plan, and detail every aspect of design. Our in-house experts collaborate closely, optimizing and enhancing our work through multi-discipline strategy sessions. By leveraging cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art software, we deliver industry-leading technology and innovative solutions from day one.

SSOE is looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer to join our team. You will have the opportunity to participate in the design of state-of-the-art industrial and high-tech manufacturing facilities for the world’s leading high-tech companies. Our Mechanical Engineers will be responsible for working with other contributing Mechanical Engineers, Designers, team members, and Senior Project Managers to create and problem-solve exciting and complex designs that incorporate some of the latest design techniques, while ensuring that all specifications are met and ensuring timely completion of projects.

As part of our commitment to innovation, all team members will be trained on Microsoft Copilot and empowered to use it as a core tool in their everyday work.

Responsible for producing detailed engineering designs, technical project plans, specifications, drawings, and models that meet our specifications and client needs.

Responsible for creating, influencing, and finalizing designs involving industrial and domestic piping, plumbing, chillers, boilers, HVAC ducting, exhaust, motor control, process chemicals, wastewater discharge, Fire Protection systems, and possibly other mechanical building systems.

Perform detailed mechanical system calculations including load analysis, pump head curves, pressure drop, and energy consumption to optimize system performance and support design decisions.

Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures and exercise judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications to design concepts. Ensure quality control by complying with company and team design and CAD standards.

Work with the design team, other Engineers, Project Managers, and other stakeholders on specific assigned objectives, complex features, and help derive possible solutions to unusual problems.

Facilitate internal and external design review meetings, ensuring all deliverables meet quality assurance standards and project milestones, while mitigating risks related to design errors or omissions.

Coordinate needs, designs, and develop an understanding with other design disciplines (Electrical, Structural, Process/Chemical, Architectural, etc.) Perform field verifications/site walks to identify, verify, resolve, and incorporate solutions into design packages when needed. May troubleshoot design problems in the field during construction.

Manage technical inquiries, submittal reviews, and RFI responses from contractors and vendors, maintaining rigorous version control and supporting contractor coordination during procurement and installation phases.

Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited school in Mechanical Engineering or a technically related discipline.

Preference will be given to candidates who hold a Professional Engineering (PE) license. Experience working with AutoCAD and Revit is required. Experience with Navisworks, PIPE‑FLO, or similar hydraulic modeling software is a plus.

Demonstrated knowledge or experience with designs containing HVAC, chillers, boilers, pump hydraulics, exhaust, process chemicals, wastewater discharge, or other similar mechanical building systems.

Demonstrated knowledge of ASHRAE standards, NFPA codes for mechanical systems, and familiarity with applicable state and local building codes.

Ability to clearly communicate technical information and design concepts to project managers, contractors, and cross-disciplinary teams.

Opportunity for ample rewards and leadership incentive/bonus program.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

Life insurance.

401K retirement savings plan with company matching.

Professional development and training support, including licensure and certification assistance.

Generous PTO and paid holidays.

Join us at SSOE, where your expertise will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design and engineering excellence.