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Mechanical Engineer
The RMH Group, a Salas O’Brien Company, has been making a difference in the world and our environment through engineering for nearly 65 years with our headquarters located in Lakewood, Colorado and a branch office in Phoenix, Arizona. Our team is growing and looking to add an experienced electrical engineer team member to our Health & Science Team with a minimum of 10 years of design experience, ideally with experience in healthcare design. Our culture of learning and development will lead to continued growth as we place an emphasis on properly prioritizing work-life harmony while working on challenging engineering projects. We view each project as an opportunity to form a lasting partnership and we pride ourselves on our company culture.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary: Our culture of learning and development will lead to continued growth as we place an emphasis on properly prioritizing work-life harmony while working on challenging engineering projects.
Minimum two years of design experience in the consulting engineering industry. Candidate will be responsible for technical performance as well as possess diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices. Must have the ability to apply techniques, modifications and theories and have the ability to make decisions independently while still utilizing guidance from other engineers and project managers. We view every project as an opportunity to form a lasting partnership and we pride ourselves on our company culture.
Responsibilities:
- Design mechanical systems for commercial buildings (project size will vary based upon experience)
- Perform load calculations & code research
- Coordinate with internal team members including engineers, admins, and drafters
- Conduct periodic job site observations
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited four-year college or university.
- At least 2 years of experience in the MEP industry preferred, but recent graduates are also encouraged to apply
- EIT preferred
Location: Lakewood, CO
Travel: 5%
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this role is $70,000 - $90,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000