Mechanical Engineer - Healthcare

Overview

Founded in 1973, ISG is a nationally recognized, multi-disciplinary firm offering full-service architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design. We’re proud to support clients across the country with creative, forward-thinking solutions. We’re excited to welcome a passionate Mechanical Engineer to support our growing Healthcare Business Unit. As an ISG Employee Owner, you’ll partner with a talented team of fellow owners to bring visionary healthcare environments to life.

This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact through creative problem-solving, meaningful design, and shared success.

Department: Mechanical + Refrigeration

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Compensation: $65,000 - $145,000 / year

• Design and oversee HVAC-R systems, plumbing, medical gas and vacuum systems, steam generation/distribution, and fire protection systems
• Collaborate with architects, structural, and civil engineers to deliver integrated building solutions
• Conduct facility assessments and commissioning/retro-commissioning of healthcare infrastructure
• Ensure compliance with healthcare-specific standards
• Manage building automation systems and sustainability initiatives
• Participate in equipment planning and layout optimization for healthcare facilities
• Collaborate with project managers, including scheduling, documentation, and stakeholder coordination

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program, required
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in healthcare-related mechanical design, preferred
• Proficiency in Revit and other BIM tools for HVAC and plumbing design
• Strong understanding of building codes (IMC, IPC, FFC), healthcare regulations and safety standards (ASHRAE-170, FGI)
• Hospital BMS platforms
• Experience with PLC-based systems, HMI integration, and hospital BMS platforms
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and promote ISG’s design solutions
• Exceptional communication skills—able to convey ideas empathetically, visually, and effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Comfortable representing ISG and clients in public forums and stakeholder meetings
• Demonstrated experience in healthcare-focused mechanical design, including detailed HVAC, plumbing, and medical gas system documentation for healthcare facilities
• Collaborative mindset with leadership capabilities and a passion for mentoring others

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Bi-annual profit sharing
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
• 401K retirement plan
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Bereavement leave
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Short term and long-term disability
• Parking reimbursement, varies on office location
• Cell phone plan reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement for ISG-approved travel

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Architecture and Planning