Project Mechanical Engineer

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We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people‑centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents.

This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Olsson's Facilities Engineering and Design Team is at the forefront of engineering innovation, providing comprehensive services for large commercial developments, healthcare facilities, laboratories, educational institutions, data centers, and military installations. Our expertise includes engineering analysis, design services, and professional consulting, ensuring top‑tier quality and world‑class installations. We also provide building inspection and forensic investigation services. As a member of this team, you will contribute to diverse, high‑impact projects, delivering engineering solutions that make a tangible difference in communities and industries.

As a Project Mechanical Engineer on our Facilities Engineering and Design Team, you will apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to a broad variety of assignments. In this role, you will independently make decisions on engineering complexities and supervise staff, guiding them towards achieving overall project objectives. This position will enable you to generate ideas and create purposeful, high‑quality solutions to successfully solve engineering and design needs.

• Perform detailed engineering tasks including project design, cost estimates, and design calculations utilizing advanced knowledge and experience.
• Prepare project documents, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget, aligning with project objectives.
• Independently tackle complex assignments, developing new and improved techniques and procedures.
• Coordinate across other Olsson teams and direct team members on design tasks to maintain alignment with project goals.
• Work closely with project managers on the execution of design work, reporting overall progress and managing potential challenges to meet project objectives.
• Assist with the project scope of work and schedule and may attend client meetings to foster strong partnerships.
• Supervise, coordinate, and review the work of less experienced staff, providing mentorship and guidance.
• Maintain project and client information within the firm’s project management system.

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Omaha, NE;
Lincoln, NE;
Denver, CO;
Colorado Springs, CO; or Loveland, CO office locations.

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Must be a registered professional engineer with at least six years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, with a strong understanding of International Building Codes.

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.

In addition, full‑time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology

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