Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Location:

Chicago, IL (remote work possible)

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. We bring together engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators, and a community of professionals to solve complex challenges. EXP is an employee‑owned company that values diversity, sustainability, and collaborative ambition. Joining EXP means working in a global network of talented professionals committed to something bigger.

• Proficient with AutoCAD.
• Experience with Revit.
• Prepare and review calculations for loads.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of applicable codes.
• Edit specifications to reflect project requirements.
• Select and schedule equipment.
• Meet with vendors to determine specification requirements for application.
• Coordinate with other disciplines (MEP/FP, Arch, Struct, etc.).
• Respond to RFIs for the project and accurately review submittals.
• Apply risk‑management procedures daily to reduce EXP’s and client’s exposure to problems.
• Understand work planning and manage the design process according to the work plan.
• Understand the proper scope of SD, DD, CD level documents and deliver appropriate documentation.
• Work with PC, PM, and clients to meet scheduled project milestones of multiple projects.
• Edit and develop scope‑of‑work narratives (SD narrative, basis of design, etc.).
• Provide existing EXP details relevant to projects.
• Direct and mentor design‑level staff on all responsibilities daily.
• Perform at a “responsible‑charge” level of meeting EXP’s design and quality standards.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of all calculations by designers and provide guidance and mentoring.
• Determine content of drawings and specs for designers to meet the scope of work.
• Develop and monitor work plans in conjunction with other PMs.
• Review code‑related items with designers and ensure compliance.
• Manage work plans and deliverables on multiple projects within budgeted hours.
• Write studies and reports for systems on projects.
• Write sequences of operation for AHU’s, CHW, and HW systems.
• Understand and apply concepts of CHW, HW, WSHP, variable & constant flow systems.
• Air‑side systems – CV, VAV, coil selection, fan selection.
• Hydronic systems – hot, chilled condenser, steam.
• Thorough understanding of psychometrics and ability to apply to every project.
• Advanced equipment selection and analysis – chillers, boilers, air terminals, cooling towers, air valves, heap filters, DX equipment and water‑source heat pumps.
• Thorough understanding of total‑energy concepts.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• EIT required;
  Registered PE preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Strong leadership skills and good communication capabilities.
• Preferred experience includes data center, mission‑critical, or telecom industry.
• Building‑design experience is a must.

Salary range: $95,000 to $120,000 (actual compensation varies by experience, skills, certifications, and location).

Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, paid vacation time, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

EXP is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of race, color, sex, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or sexual orientation. If you need special accommodations, contact