Senior Healthcare Mechanical Engineer

• →Lead HVAC, plumbing, and medical-gas system design for new construction and renovation projects in acute-care and outpatient facilities, delivering code-compliant, energy-efficient solutions.
• →Translate clinical workflows into resilient building systems by partnering with architects, BIM technicians, and cross-disciplinary engineers.
• →Perform load calculations, life-cycle cost analyses, and equipment selections, ensuring every design decision maximizes performance and patient safety.
• →Review submittals, vendor drawings, and field observations, resolving issues quickly to keep projects on schedule and budget.
• →Mentor designers and junior engineers, sharing best practices in sustainable healthcare design and encouraging continual learning.
• →Champion quality control by conducting peer reviews and leveraging AI-driven design automation to streamline deliverables.
• →Support project managers in client meetings, presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and cultivating long-term relationships.
• →Stay current on healthcare codes (FGI, ASHRAE 170) and emerging technologies to drive innovation in infection control, air quality, and energy management.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited program; PE license (or ability to obtain within 12 months) preferred.
• 8+ years of mechanical design experience, with at least 4 years focused on hospital or life-science facilities.
• Proficiency in Revit, load calculation software (e.g., HAP), and collaboration platforms (BIM 360, Bluebeam).
• Working knowledge of FGI Guidelines, NFPA 99, NFPA 101, ASHRAE 90.1, and Indiana building codes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to lead client charrettes and mentor multidisciplinary teams.
• Certifications such as ASHRAE HFDP, LEED AP, or CxA are a plus.

• Compensation: Competitive base salary with annual bonus program.
• Benefits: 401(k) with match, generous PTO, paid parental leave, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one.
• Growth: Clear technical-leadership track and paid continuing-education budget.
• Flexibility: Hybrid schedule plus summer half-days.
• Impact: Your work directly improves patient outcomes across the Midwest.

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