Mechanical Engineering Designer

Core States Group designs, builds, and manages programs and projects across North America and has been recognized on top lists throughout the architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Established in 1999, the company offers integrated solutions with seamless continuity, and many of the world’s most notable brands count on Core States Group to deliver speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design.

With 23 offices across the United States and Canada, Core States Group is an industry powerhouse that drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Tribal, Zero‑Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more.

As a Mechanical Engineering Designer supporting our Architecture and Engineering business unit, you will be responsible for designing and drafting mechanical engineering projects under the guidance of Mechanical Engineers/Project Managers. The scope of design will include HVAC, plumbing/piping, refrigeration, fire protection, and fuel systems. As part of a multi‑disciplined firm, you will coordinate with Site/Civil Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Structural Engineers, Architects, and Construction Project Managers.

You will be responsible for the production of mechanical engineering construction documents while adhering to client requirements, code requirements, and site adjustments.

You demonstrate strong communication and enjoy fostering strong relationships. You proactively seek opportunities to improve processes, offering better ideas and thus supporting innovation. You align with business objectives. You want to be part of a strong culture that is built upon respect and teamwork. You are professional, accountable and commit to learning. You align with our Core Values of:
Integrity, Service, Excellence, Innovation, Inclusion.

• Assist with design tasks and reports under the direction of senior staff.
• Conduct site feasibility research and site visit investigations and generate reports/recommendations based on findings.
• Assist in maintaining task budgets.
• Coordinate and assist with addendums, RFIs and change orders.
• Assist in coordinating the work of a multi‑disciplined team throughout the design development and contract document phases of a project.
• Assist senior staff with the project approval process.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience with general building mechanical design production, preferably with commercial projects such as retail or restaurants.
• AutoCAD and MS Office required;
  Revit is a plus.

You will work with a team of Professional Engineers and Project Managers to support our retail clients.

This role is based out of our Kent, Bellevue, or Puyallup, WA offices. Ideally, would like someone hybrid in the office 1-2 days per week.

• Competitive wages and bonus programs.
• 401(k) match.
• Excellent health benefits, life insurance options, and supplemental benefit options.
• Generous PTO time.
• Team wellness challenges, Costco membership reimbursement, half‑day Fridays during summer months.
• Flexible work environment.
• Four weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. At Core States we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This position will remain open until it is filled.

Mid‑Senior level.

Full‑time.

Engineering and Information Technology.

Architecture and Planning.

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