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Senior Engineer - Design / Build Group

Murphy Company
Thornton, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026

Senior Engineer - Design / Build Group

Murphy Company, the Best Choice in Mechanical construction since 1907, is hiring a Senior Engineer for the Design Build team, located in our Thornton, CO office.



About Murphy Company

Since 1907, Murphy Company has been a leading mechanical contractor in St. Louis and Denver markets that provides its professionals with the environment, opportunities, technology, and tools to experience a rewarding career. Being a company that prides itself on its core values of employee well-being, enduring relationships, integrity, and professionalism, we know it starts with our employees. We strongly believe our people are our most important asset, and we strive every day to make Murphy a great place to work as we build our clients’ visions.


Job Description


Murphy Company is seeking a senior-level Mechanical and Plumbing Engineer for our Design / Build Group. This position will support the engineering team with work procurement activities, mechanical design and engineering, internal staff support, and customer-facing activities. Required daily interaction and support for the Murphy Operations team, owner/end user, and third-party consultants. The ideal candidate will have strong technical and leadership skills, with autonomy to develop tailored solutions to meet our customers’ needs.


Duties/Responsibilities

  • Reports to the Engineering Manager
  • Reduce company risk for Design Build projects by providing subject matter expertise
  • Support internal drawing production and quality improvement activities to allow the Engineering Manager to focus on team management and business development
  • Meet with End Users, Owners, GC’s, and various Trade Partners to procure and develop target Murphy projects
  • Produce Conceptual, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents and Technical Specifications focused on mechanical, plumbing, and process applications
  • Assist the internal Murphy engineering staff with design, code compliance, and quality control reviews
  • Provide design manager duties during early project development for both “In House” and “Out of House” DB opportunities
  • Work with the Murphy Operations staff during the project construction phase to provide engineering and contract administration support
  • Work with Murphy Pre Construction Managers and Estimators to develop projects with mechanical cost estimate support.
  • Attend project meetings (virtual and in person) to support the CO DB work program
  • Technical Proposals and facility evaluation reports
  • Attend site surveys and job walks
  • Assist with workforce development with training for interns and entry-level engineers
  • Ability to work independently while developing project designs through the construction phase


Industries Served

Bio-Pharmaceutical

Laboratory & Clean Spaces

Food and Beverage

Mission Critical

Light Industrial

Manufacturing

Higher Education

Heavy Mechanical Retrofit

Commercial


Qualifications

  • 10 years in Mechanical / Plumbing Engineering
  • Experience in the Design Build method of project delivery
  • Desire and interest to work on Advanced Facility mechanical projects (Pharma, Food Manufacturing, Healthcare, Data Centers, Clean Rooms, Industrial, process piping, etc.)
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering
  • P.E. licensure required
  • Preconstruction and budget estimating experience a plus
  • Construction experience a plus
  • Strong hydronic, sheetmetal, and plumbing experience
  • Energy Modelling experience a plus
  • Knowledge of current building codes, industry standards, and various compliance regulations that pertain to the building industry and mechanical design
  • Competence in various industry calculation and simulation programs
  • Trane Trace 700/3D
  • Detailed load calculations and system sizing
  • Energy Modelling
  • REVIT, AutoCad, Bluebeam
  • Manufacturer Equipment Selection software, Murphy Employee platforms, CRM, and other company provided software systems
  • Controls interaction and experience in developing sequence of operations
  • Commissioning Assistance
  • Assist with Murphy Engineering Training programs including workforce development of entry level engineers and Interns.


What We Will Bring to the Table

  • A collaborative, family-friendly work environment
  • Knowledge and expertise that has helped us grow and thrive for nearly 120 years.
  • Competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, including health and life insurance, a robust wellness program, 401(k), and profit sharing.
  • A robust PTO program designed to support real work–life balance

Salary : $125,000 - $150,000

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