Senior Mechanical Engineer - Healthcare Systems Design

Olsson - North Kansas City, MO

Full-time - Senior

North Kansas City, MO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer on Olsson's Facilities Engineering and Design Team, you will play a pivotal role in designing innovative solutions specifically tailored for the healthcare sector. This position requires a seasoned professional who can provide high-level technical support and lead quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities that are essential for excellence in healthcare facilities design. You will leverage your extensive experience to independently make recommendations and decisions that enhance the design and functionality of healthcare environments. Your work will involve tackling complex projects, developing unique solutions, and ensuring that all designs adhere to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. In this role, you will lead the design and review of mechanical systems for intricate healthcare facilities projects. As a technical specialist, you will apply advanced mechanical engineering concepts to address the unique challenges presented by healthcare environments. Your responsibilities will include performing QA/QC to ensure that mechanical designs meet project objectives and comply with regulatory standards. You will also conduct research to inform innovative design solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency. Collaboration is key in this position, as you will advise and direct staff on mechanical design approaches to meet project requirements and client expectations. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that mechanical systems are seamlessly integrated into overall project designs. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of standards and guidelines for mechanical engineering activities within the team, ensuring that best practices are followed and that the team continues to grow in its capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and review of mechanical systems for complex healthcare facilities projects.
• Serve as a technical specialist, applying advanced mechanical engineering concepts to address the unique challenges of healthcare environments.
• Perform QA/QC and ensure that mechanical designs meet project objectives and regulatory standards.
• Conduct research to inform innovative design solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency.
• Advise and direct staff on mechanical design approaches to meet project requirements and client expectations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems seamlessly into overall project designs.
• Contribute to the development of standards and guidelines for mechanical engineering activities within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• At least 8 years of mechanical engineering experience with increasing responsibility, preferably in healthcare facilities design.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading complex mechanical design projects and providing technical leadership within a team.

Nice-to-haves

• Healthcare-related certifications such as ASHRAE Healthcare Facilities Design Professional (HFDP), ASSE 6060 Medical Gas Systems Designer, and/or ASSE 12080 Certified Legionella Water Safety & Management Specialist are a plus.
• Membership in a state or national chapter of the American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE) or equivalent is advantageous.
• Experience with National Codes/Standards development and participation in relevant committees is highly preferred.
• Healthcare-related certifications, such as Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) or Healthcare Physical Environment Worker, are a plus.

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
• Performance-based bonus system
• Possibility for flexible work arrangements