Mechanical Engineer

Description

Shive-Hattery’s Cedar Rapids, IA office has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience in the business development, design, and leadership of mechanical projects. This is a fantastic career-growth opportunity for a talented individual who is prepared to take on next-level leadership challenges, contribute on an elevated level in a collaborative team culture, and expand their expertise.

Education

As a mechanical engineer on the Industrial team, you will be collaborating with multi-discipline teams within the Cedar Rapids Office and across the entire Shive-Hattery organization on local, regional, and national projects. We are a full-service design firm offering architecture, interior design, engineering, and landscape architecture. In this role, you will lead the mechanical design and project management efforts for projects serving primarily industrial clients with opportunities to work on pharmaceutical, education, commercial, and government projects.:

• You will lead the mechanical design of building systems to include plumbing, heating, cooling, ventilation, fire protection, building automation, and industrial process systems.
• Work in a team setting, collaborating with other disciplines to perform the design and construction administration services for projects of all sizes.
• Attend project and client meetings with design professionals for projects under contract and for business development opportunities.
• Establish and manage the mechanical scope, schedule, and budget.
• Provide direction to less experienced engineers and designers assisting with project work.
• Oversee the completion and quality of construction drawings, specifications, reports, and other project documentation.
• Mentor and teach other team members.
• Visit project sites and provide technical assistance to help resolve construction issues.
  
  

Why Shive-Hattery?

Shive-Hattery is a premier architecture and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In total, the firm has 16 offices across the US. Shive-Hattery was founded in 1895 and has earned and maintained a strong reputation for excellence in client focus, quality service, and communication. The firm prides itself on its One Firm, full-service offering; placing the best people with their clients, no matter the project location.

You will find the right balance here. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact – and Design What Matters to make the world a better place.

Our learning and teaching culture is founded on collaboration. You will learn from and teach other employees while working across disciplines. You will grow your skills and continue your professional growth at Shive-Hattery.

Shive-Hattery offers an outstanding and competitive total compensation package including competitive pay and over 35 different benefits.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited engineering school with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or architectural engineering with a mechanical emphasis.
• 8+ years of experience in the mechanical design of building systems.
• Experience leading the mechanical design for projects.
• Registration as a licensed Mechanical Professional Engineer is a requirement.
• Excellent communication skills which sets you apart in the profession. Comfortable presenting design solutions to Owners.
• Manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to engineering detail.
• Self-motivated and able to problem-solve independently adding great value to your role, while understanding, and supporting the importance of collaboration across project teams and disciplines.
• Experience with 3D modeling software (Revit preferred) and HVAC load calculation software.
  
  

Benefit Highlights

• Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
• 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
• Overtime Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• First Time License Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
• …And Many More!
  
  

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, Or Immigration Status Requirements

• At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
  
  

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: To protect the interests of all parties, Shive-Hattery and its partners will not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from a recruiter or staffing agency who is not operating under an executed recruiting or staffing services contract with Shive-Hattery. Please do not contact our employees directly in that regard or otherwise submit unsolicited candidate information in any form.

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.