Olsson - Oklahoma City, OK
posted 3 months ago
About the position
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Olsson, you will be an integral part of our Facilities Engineering and Design Team, focusing on the healthcare sector. This role requires a seasoned professional who is passionate about designing innovative solutions that enhance healthcare environments. You will provide high-level technical support and lead quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) activities, ensuring that our designs meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Your expertise will allow you to independently make recommendations and decisions that significantly impact the design and functionality of healthcare facilities. In this position, you will lead the design and review of mechanical systems for complex healthcare projects. You will serve as a technical specialist, applying advanced mechanical engineering concepts to tackle the unique challenges presented by healthcare environments. Your responsibilities will include performing QA/QC to ensure that mechanical designs align with project objectives and regulatory standards. You will also conduct research to inform innovative design solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency. Collaboration is key in this role, as you will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems seamlessly into overall project designs. You will advise and direct staff on mechanical design approaches to meet project requirements and client expectations. 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 our work continues to improve communities through sustainable and efficient designs.
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.
- 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
- Bonus system that rewards performance
- Possibility for flexible work arrangements
