Mechanical Engineer

Job Title

Mechanical Engineer 4

United States - Nationwide

Regular

Hybrid work environment available.

USD $81,765 - $134,909

Approximately 10% domestic and/or international travel may be required.

At CDM Smith, we connect you with work that challenges you and enhances communities. We deliver legendary service and smart solutions for environmental and infrastructure challenges, partnering worldwide to develop innovative solutions that address today’s needs and anticipate tomorrow’s demands.

• Designing and developing HVAC and plumbing systems, including master planning, feasibility studies, and mechanical systems such as co‑generation.
• Incorporating sustainability principles, energy‑efficiency strategies, renewable energy solutions, and green building practices into projects ranging from basic to highly complex, ensuring compliance with client requirements.
• Reviewing draft designs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and ensuring firm policies and practices are followed.
• Performing site reviews and studies, as needed, to align designs with location specifications and updating design requirements accordingly.
• Contributing to the firm’s Technical Knowledge Management by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc., and submitting these for publication to technical journals.
• Attending industry conferences and symposia to enhance the firm’s visibility, promoting its products and services, and collaborating closely with sales teams to maximize outreach and engagement.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff, fostering their professional growth, and supervising project work as needed to ensure quality and support skill development for future leadership roles.
• Performing other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Architectural, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Technology or a related discipline.
• Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam within 18 months of hire or promotion or transfer.
• Five (5) years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary environment on large and complex projects.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers.
• Prior experience using Autodesk Revit to create detailed mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of building codes, ASHRAE standards, and sustainable design practices.
• Experience in high‑performance building design (energy, water, carbon reduction).

• Expert knowledge of computer‑assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Expert knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.