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Mechanical Engineer

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Austin, TX, USA
Mid level
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Austin, TX, USA
Mid level
Design HVAC systems for schools, retail, mixed-use, and commercial buildings. Produce mechanical drawings using AutoCAD and/or Revit, conduct field investigations, perform load calculations and equipment selection, and design wet- and dry-side systems. Coordinate quality control, scheduling, programming, and progress across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines. The role also requires knowledge of duct and piping design, air handlers, chillers, boilers, DDC controls, applicable building codes, Title 24, HAP, or Energy Pro.
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Mechanical Engineer

 At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

 Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

  Job Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer/Designer serves to design HVAC systems for buildings such as K-12 schools, retail/mixed-use spaces, and commercial spaces

In this role, you will:

  • Design Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning Systems for various types of facilities
  • Produce mechanical design drawings in AutoCAD and/or Revit software
  • Perform field investigations
  • Coordinate quality control, scheduling, and programming
  • Coordinate and communicate information and progress with all three disciplines (mechanical, electrical and plumbing)

 You will be a great fit if:

  • You have demonstrated facilitation experience
  • You have 2 to 5 years of experience in HVAC design and construction
  • You have a solid understanding of duct design, piping design, air handlers, chiller, and boiler systems
  • You have experience with performing load calculations, equipment selection and design, wet and dry side system design
  • You have knowledge of CBC, CMC and CPC codes, DDC controls, Title 24, HAP or Energy Pro

Skills/abilities:

  • Must have strong verbal and written communications skills in design and specifications

Location:  Austin, TX
Travel: Less than 10%
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 Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.


Qualifications Education Required Bachelors or better. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Salas O'Brien Austin, Texas, USA Office

7600 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Suite C-100, Austin, United States, 78731

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