Mechanical Engineer - Healthcare Systems Design

Olsson - Lincoln, NE

Full-time - Mid Level

Lincoln, NE

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 adept at applying standard engineering techniques and procedures while exercising sound judgment to make necessary adaptations and modifications. Your contributions will be pivotal in generating ideas and creating designs that adhere to the highest standards of quality and efficiency for healthcare facilities. You will engage in various engineering duties related to evaluating, designing, and constructing plans for healthcare projects of varying sizes, ensuring that each project meets the specific needs of the healthcare environment. In this position, you will assist in preparing project documents while maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the project scope, schedule, and budget. You will conduct process design calculations, analyze reports, and prepare cost estimates to assess the feasibility of projects. Your expertise will be essential in coordinating project design aspects, and you will be responsible for communicating project development and progress to project managers and clients. Additionally, you will enter and maintain project information and client records in the firm's project management system, ensuring that all data is accurate and up-to-date. You will also evaluate and propose adaptations to standard methods and procedures for various components of your assignments, providing technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members when necessary. This role offers multiple openings across various locations, including Lincoln, Omaha, Des Moines, Denver, Loveland, Colorado Springs, Kansas City, Dallas-Fort Worth, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Phoenix, St. Louis, and Fayetteville. If you are passionate about working collaboratively, taking ownership of your work, and using your talents to positively impact communities, this position is an excellent opportunity for you.

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