Mechanical Engineer - Healthcare Systems Design

Olsson - Chesterfield, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Chesterfield, MO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Mechanical Engineer on Olsson's Facilities Engineering and Design team, you will be at the forefront of designing innovative solutions specifically tailored for the healthcare sector. This role requires a licensed Mechanical Engineer who is passionate about improving healthcare facilities through engineering excellence. You will be responsible for performing standard engineering techniques and procedures, applying sound judgment to make minor adaptations and modifications as necessary. Your contributions will be vital in generating ideas and creating designs that adhere to the highest standards of quality and efficiency, ensuring that healthcare projects meet the needs of the communities they serve. In this position, you will engage in various engineering duties related to evaluating, designing, and constructing plans for healthcare projects of varying sizes. You will assist in preparing project documents while maintaining a thorough understanding of project scope, schedule, and budget. Your analytical skills will be put to the test as you conduct process design calculations, analyze reports, and prepare cost estimates to assess project feasibility. You will apply your knowledge and experience with standard techniques, methods, and procedures to assist with the coordination of project design aspects, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration with project managers and clients. Additionally, you will be responsible for entering and maintaining project information and client records in the firm's project management system. Evaluating and proposing adaptations to standard methods and procedures for components of assignments will be part of your role, as will providing technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members when necessary. This position offers the opportunity to work in various office locations, including Lincoln, Omaha, Des Moines, Denver, Loveland, Colorado Springs, Kansas City, Dallas-Fort Worth, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Phoenix, St. Louis, and Fayetteville.

Responsibilities

• Perform various engineering duties related to evaluating, designing, and constructing plans for small to large-sized healthcare projects.
• Assist in preparing project documents and maintain knowledge of project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Conduct process design calculations, analyze reports, and prepare cost estimates to assess project feasibility.
• Apply knowledge and experience with standard techniques, methods, and procedures to assist with coordination of project design aspects.
• Communicate project development and progress with project managers and clients.
• Enter and maintain project information and client records in the firm's project management system.
• Evaluate and propose adaptations to standard methods and procedures for components of assignments.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members when necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• A minimum of 4 years of mechanical engineering experience, with at least 2 years specifically in designing for healthcare projects.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the healthcare industry through innovative and reliable mechanical engineering solutions.

Nice-to-haves

• Healthcare-related certifications such as ASHRAE Healthcare Facilities Design Professional (HFDP).
• ASSE 6060 Medical Gas Systems Designer certification.
• ASSE 12080 Certified Legionella Water Safety & Management Specialist certification.
• Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) certification.
• Healthcare Physical Environment Worker certification.

Benefits

• Health care coverage
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after the first year
• 401(k) match
• Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Bonus system that rewards performance
• Possibility for flexible work arrangements