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Staff Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical (Fort Worth and Dallas)

Burns & McDonnell
Fort Worth, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/3/2027
Description

The Staff Mechanical Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Staff Mechanical Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting mechanical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

  • Perform mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
  • Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Design mechanical components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Apply strong knowledge of commonly used mechanical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the mechanical engineering services industry.
  • Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
  • Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
  • Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Perform field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program, and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred, required.
  • Or bachelor's degree in mechanical or related engineering technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred, required.
  • Or master's degree in mechanical engineering and 2 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred, required.
  • Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite), AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and HVAC analysis programs.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Mechanical Engineering

Primary Location US-TX-Fort Worth

Other Locations US-TX-Dallas

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 263585

Job Hire Type Experienced #GFS

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