Mechanical Engineer

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer will provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on projects in a variety of market sectors, such as healthcare, science & technology, education, and commercial projects.

In this role, you will:

Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems for healthcare, science & technology, education, and commercial projects

Perform Load/Energy calculations with software such as Trace 700, Carrier HAP, and similar programs

Work with a senior engineer to conduct building surveys and documentation of existing HVAC systems

Develop system design calculations and selection of equipment for use in buildings

Write/edit project specifications

Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies

Code compliance research

Coordinate work with other disciplines

Provide construction administration services

You will be a great fit if:

You have a minimum of 3-5 years of design experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

LEED certification/experience is a plus, PE/EIT is preferred

Experience with laboratories/medical facilities design is preferred

Skills/abilities:

Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office

Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines

Excellent work ethic and attitude

Good communication and time management skills

Interpersonal communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work

Location: Falls Church, VA

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.