Mechanical Engineer

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.

The Mechanical Engineer serves to provide technical leadership for the creation of construction drawings and specifications, existing system studies and master planning efforts. Qualified candidates will meet with clients, project teams, code officials, contractors, and others to address mechanical issues and develop effective working relationships. The project clientele includes higher education, commercial, health care, and industrial facilities.

• Develop the HVAC systems design of a given project based on scope of work and/or client RFPs.
• Provide engineering design, evaluation and planning of mechanical systems for healthcare, science and technology, education, multi‑family and commercial projects.
• Perform Load/Energy calculations with software such as Trane 3D Plus and IES.
• Conduct existing building surveys and documentation of existing HVAC systems.
• Provide construction administration services.

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• You possess a Professional Engineer (PE) license
• You have an LEED or similar sustainable design certification / experience
• You have 3 to 8 years of design experience
• You are knowledgeable in the design of HVAC systems
• You have knowledge and understanding of codes, standards, and design guidelines
• You have experience as a project manager leading a multi‑discipline design team.
• You have an excellent work ethic and attitude

• Good communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance and prioritize work
• Ability to lead and work as a team
• Proficiency in Auto CAD, Revit, and MS Office
• Ability to travel

Uniontown, OH

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The expected base salary range for this role is $85,000 - $120,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

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, colour, 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.

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