Mechanical Engineer (Building Design)

INTEGRATED DESIGN and ADVISORY (IDA)

Integrated Design and Advisory (IDA) is one of three (3) Business Verticals at Michael Baker International with more than 850 professionals located across the country. We unite architecture and engineering design expertise with strategic advisory services to deliver holistic and innovative solutions that address the business and project objectives of our clients. We serve market sectors, including industrial, defense contractors, data centers, aerospace, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, aviation, rail and transit, and the federal government.

Our multidisciplinary approach leverages the early involvement of all project stakeholders and key disciplines including planning, architecture, interior design, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural and fire protection (MEP+S+FP) engineering. Our Advisory capabilities provide solutions across the project life cycle along with sustainability and resilience. This service underscores the firm's proficiency across a range of domains including strategic consulting, planning, cybersecurity, building controls, cost management, commissioning, program management, construction support, building information modeling, digital twins, emergency response, disaster recovery, operational continuity, energy resiliency, among other areas.

Over the past 85 years, Michael Baker has built a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation, and integrity as we partner with our clients to solve complex built environment and critical infrastructure challenges. We have achieved success as a company by employing a solutions-oriented mindset and continually evolving our capabilities to best serve our clients. Integrated Design and Advisory supports our long-term growth strategy, enhanced capabilities, and unique areas of expertise that focus on high performance buildings, intelligent systems, and critical infrastructure. We are focused on an integrated approach, informed decision-making, and innovative solutions to aggressively pursue, win, and execute large, complex projects for government and private sector clients.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with strong expertise in design review, client relationship management, and serving as Designer of Record (DOR). This role emphasizes technical oversight, collaboration, and quality assurance across diverse building projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support mechanical design and review efforts, ensuring compliance with building codes, safety standards, and internal guidelines.
• Serve as a technical liaison, clearly communicating with internal teams, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Define scope of work and develop man-hour estimates for project planning.
• Utilize engineering software tools (e.g., Revit, Trane Trace) for design and analysis.
• Author project specifications, design reports, field assessments, and client presentations.
• Review and validate MEP plans, identifying errors or omissions.
• Prepare and evaluate construction cost estimates.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and external consultants.
• Conduct code research and ensure system designs meet project-specific and client requirements.
• Perform field evaluations and recommend modifications to ensure compliance.
• Lead quality control reviews and propose improvements for standardization and performance.
• Foster strong client relationships and uphold high standards of service and quality.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated success in client satisfaction and quality assurance.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering-Mechanical Option (ABET Accredited)
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Buildings Design 
• U.S. Citizen
• Solid experience with applicable software including Revit, AutoCAD, and Trane Trace
• Proficient computer skills utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite
• It would be a plus if you have experience engineering both HVAC and plumbing systems.
• It would be a plus if you have knowledge of the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and Unified Facilities Guided Specifications (UFGS).

WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY

The position is a hybrid position (2 days a week) in our Midvale, UT office.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $101,000-$133,000. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.

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