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Clayco · 1 month ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical

Greater Chicago Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $165K/yr

10+ years exp

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development firm specializing in delivering high-quality solutions for various building projects across North America. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead mechanical design projects for mission-critical facilities, ensuring the successful delivery of engineering solutions and compliance with industry standards.

Real Estate

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Laura Feldmaier

Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design and engineering of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and other building systems for mission-critical facilities, including data centers, advanced manufacturing plants, and other high-reliability environments

Perform detailed mechanical system calculations and analyses, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes, and best practices

Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources while coordinating with other engineering disciplines

Design and specify mechanical systems, including HVAC, piping, ventilation, and fire suppression systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects

Review and approve mechanical drawings, specifications, and submittals for quality and accuracy

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and other team members

Develop and present detailed reports, technical specifications, and design documentation for clients and project stakeholders

Collaborate with project managers to define project scope, schedule, and deliverables, ensuring client expectations are met

Oversee commissioning, testing, and start-up of mechanical systems to ensure proper operation

Manage and track project changes and ensure adherence to project goals, quality standards, and deadlines

Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and new software tools to improve design processes and results

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringHVAC SystemsPE LicenseMechanical Design SoftwareBuilding CodesLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) from an ABET institution required

10+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, with at least 3 years focused on mission-critical projects (data centers, high-tech manufacturing, etc.)

PE License is required to seal engineering documents, with the ability to attain licenses in multiple states

Strong experience in HVAC, plumbing, fire protection systems, and building energy management

Proficiency in mechanical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Trane, Carrier, or similar tools)

Experience with building codes and standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IMC, etc.) and local/regional codes and regulations

Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Preferred

Experience working in a design-build or integrated project delivery (IPD) environment is a plus

Benefits

Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.

Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Company

Clayco

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering and construction firm.

Founded in 1984

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.claycorp.com/

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