The Associate Mechanical Engineer will establish and grow the Mechanical team, oversee project execution, guide mechanical system design, and develop client relationships in San Antonio.
ASSOCIATE MECHANICAL ENGINEER
At Baird, Hampton & Brown, we are building something meaningful: long-term partnerships, strong teams, and creative engineering solutions that make an impact. We’re looking for an Associate Mechanical Engineer to lead the launch and grow our Mechanical presence in San Antonio.
This is an opportunity to build something from the ground up. Partnering with our established Electrical team, you’ll shape and expand our Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) services across Central Texas: developing a high-performing team, strengthening client relationships, and helping bring BHB’s full MEP capabilities to the region. You’ll work closely with leadership, discipline leads, and our marketing and business development teams to drive strategic growth and deliver projects that matter.
Mechanical systems and design will include chilled water systems, steam & hot water boiler systems, VAV systems, industrial process cooling, cooling towers, fume exhaust systems, ground source and water source heat pump systems, AC units and dust collection systems.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this role, you will serve as both a technical leader and a business builder—establishing and growing BHB’s Mechanical presence in San Antonio while delivering high-quality, profitable work.
WE REQUIRE
IT HELPS TO HAVE:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position is primarily sedentary with long periods of sitting, but occasional walking and lifting up to 25 lbs. may occur. Occasionally bending, squatting, and reaching overhead may also occur. Additionally, extensive computer usage is required daily. The position will attend site visits, which may occasionally include exposure to weather, tight spaces, or dusty conditions.
POSITION TYPE AND SCHEDULE
This is a full-time, exempt position, with an expectation of working 40 hours per week. BHB offers flexible scheduling options, including five 8-hour days or four 9-hour days with a half day on Friday morning. While the start and end times of the workday can be adjusted, employees are expected to establish and maintain a consistent schedule which must encompass the core business hours of 9am – 4pm. Although overtime is not required, it is requested at times to meet our clients’ needs.
BENEFITS
We believe that taking care of our employees and their families is vital to our success. For several years, BHB has been awarded the titles of "Best Place for Working Parents" and Zweig’s "Best Firms to Work For."
BHB sponsors employee medical, dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability, and basic life insurance, as well as subsidizing a significant family portion.
BHB also offers:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Baird, Hampton & Brown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy & childbirth conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression, or status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.
At Baird, Hampton & Brown, we are building something meaningful: long-term partnerships, strong teams, and creative engineering solutions that make an impact. We’re looking for an Associate Mechanical Engineer to lead the launch and grow our Mechanical presence in San Antonio.
This is an opportunity to build something from the ground up. Partnering with our established Electrical team, you’ll shape and expand our Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) services across Central Texas: developing a high-performing team, strengthening client relationships, and helping bring BHB’s full MEP capabilities to the region. You’ll work closely with leadership, discipline leads, and our marketing and business development teams to drive strategic growth and deliver projects that matter.
Mechanical systems and design will include chilled water systems, steam & hot water boiler systems, VAV systems, industrial process cooling, cooling towers, fume exhaust systems, ground source and water source heat pump systems, AC units and dust collection systems.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this role, you will serve as both a technical leader and a business builder—establishing and growing BHB’s Mechanical presence in San Antonio while delivering high-quality, profitable work.
- Establish and grow the Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) team in San Antonio by recruiting, mentoring, and developing engineers at all levels. Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, positioning BHB as a trusted partner. Partner with leadership and business development to identify opportunities, win work, and expand our presence in Central Texas.
- Oversee project execution from concept through construction, ensuring quality, profitability, and client satisfaction. Manage budgets, schedules, and resources while balancing multiple projects and priorities.
- Guide the design of mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, and related infrastructure. Provide direction, review work, and ensure designs are practical, efficient, and aligned with project needs and industry standards.
- Work closely with Electrical, Civil, Structural, and other teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality solutions. Contribute to a unified MEP approach as we expand services in the region.
- Provide oversight during construction, including reviewing documents, responding to RFIs, and ensuring the successful implementation of design intent.
WE REQUIRE
- Professional Engineer (PE) license. If the license is outside of Texas, we will expect licensure in Texas within six months.
- At least 6 years of licensed experience designing Mechanical HVAC/Plumbing systems for commercial and industrial projects.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Connections are a critical part of how we work.
IT HELPS TO HAVE:
- Experience in a consulting firm designing for commercial, education, healthcare, industrial, historical, and hospitality.
- Proficiency in HAP, IESVE, Trace, Bluebeam, and vendor specific software.
- Active membership and/or leadership roles in local engineering or industry associations, such as ASHRAE, ASPE, or TSPE. (We sponsor these!)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position is primarily sedentary with long periods of sitting, but occasional walking and lifting up to 25 lbs. may occur. Occasionally bending, squatting, and reaching overhead may also occur. Additionally, extensive computer usage is required daily. The position will attend site visits, which may occasionally include exposure to weather, tight spaces, or dusty conditions.
POSITION TYPE AND SCHEDULE
This is a full-time, exempt position, with an expectation of working 40 hours per week. BHB offers flexible scheduling options, including five 8-hour days or four 9-hour days with a half day on Friday morning. While the start and end times of the workday can be adjusted, employees are expected to establish and maintain a consistent schedule which must encompass the core business hours of 9am – 4pm. Although overtime is not required, it is requested at times to meet our clients’ needs.
BENEFITS
We believe that taking care of our employees and their families is vital to our success. For several years, BHB has been awarded the titles of "Best Place for Working Parents" and Zweig’s "Best Firms to Work For."
BHB sponsors employee medical, dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability, and basic life insurance, as well as subsidizing a significant family portion.
BHB also offers:
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurances
- Paid parental & adoption leave after 12 months of employment
- A PTO bank immediately available
- 401(k) & Roth matching.
- Many employee and family events throughout the year
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Baird, Hampton & Brown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy & childbirth conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression, or status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.
Similar Jobs
Defense • Manufacturing
Early-career mechanical engineer supporting design and development of an autonomous counter-drone turret. Perform FEA, modal, vibration, and thermal simulations, develop prototypes and test protocols, integrate electromechanical components, and ensure designs meet MIL-STD-810 durability requirements while participating in cross-functional design reviews.
Top Skills:
AnsysCatiaCreoMil-S-901DMil-Std-461Mil-Std-810SolidworksSolidworks Simulation
Aerospace
The Associate Engineer will design, develop, and integrate mechanical systems for a fifth-generation business jet, ensuring compliance with specifications and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Top Skills:
Additive ManufacturingAsme Y14.100Asme Y14.5Catia 3Dexperience
.png){kind=logo}
AdTech • eCommerce • Information Technology • Software • Travel • Generative AI
Lead multiple engineering teams to design, build, and operate scalable lodging connectivity services, external APIs, and partner-facing developer tools. Split time between hands-on software design and coding, driving technical direction, API and data modeling, and integrating AI/ML capabilities. Ensure reliability, observability, security, and operational excellence while partnering with product and business stakeholders and mentoring engineering staff.
Top Skills:
Ai/MlAPIsData ModelingMicroservicesObservabilityService-Oriented Architecture
What you need to know about the Austin Tech Scene
Austin has a diverse and thriving tech ecosystem thanks to home-grown companies like Dell and major campuses for IBM, AMD and Apple. The state’s flagship university, the University of Texas at Austin, is known for its engineering school, and the city is known for its annual South by Southwest tech and media conference. Austin’s tech scene spans many verticals, but it’s particularly known for hardware, including semiconductors, as well as AI, biotechnology and cloud computing. And its food and music scene, low taxes and favorable climate has made the city a destination for tech workers from across the country.
Key Facts About Austin Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 180,500; 13.7% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Dell, IBM, AMD, Apple, Alphabet
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, hardware, cloud computing, software, healthtech
- Funding Landscape: $4.5 billion in VC funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Live Oak Ventures, Austin Ventures, Hinge Capital, Gigafund, KdT Ventures, Next Coast Ventures, Silverton Partners
- Research Centers and Universities: University of Texas, Southwestern University, Texas State University, Center for Complex Quantum Systems, Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, Texas Advanced Computing Center
