Mechanical Engineer

This role is ideal for a seasoned Professional Mechanical Engineer who specializes in HVAC design for healthcare environments and enjoys leading complex, large-scale projects. You will design and oversee high-performance HVAC and plumbing systems for hospitals, clinical laboratories, and outpatient facilities, ensuring they meet rigorous safety, infection control, and regulatory standards. You will work in a collaborative, people-centered culture that values innovation, diverse perspectives, and thoughtful design solutions, while contributing to the growth and leadership of a mechanical engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of HVAC and plumbing systems for hospitals, clinical laboratories, and outpatient healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with safety, infection control, and applicable codes.
• Plan, design, and deliver HVAC or plumbing systems from concept through construction documents with a high standard of quality and minimal guidance.
• Develop and coordinate designs for industry-standard HVAC systems, including VAV systems, VRF systems, heat pumps, and packaged rooftop units.
• Perform hydronic piping design, including pump selection, pipe sizing, and system layout to meet performance and efficiency requirements.
• Design ductwork systems, including duct sizing and fan selection, to provide proper airflow, comfort, and energy efficiency.
• Use heating and cooling load calculation software to size equipment and systems appropriately for healthcare and laboratory projects.
• Produce plumbing designs, including layout, piping systems, and coordination with other building systems for complex projects.
• Apply mechanical and plumbing building codes in the design of systems to ensure regulatory compliance and safety.
• Write detailed specifications for mechanical projects, including HVAC and plumbing systems, equipment, and installation requirements.
• Collaborate closely with peers, drafters, and other design disciplines to produce high-quality construction documents for large, complex projects.
• Provide a high level of client service by responding to project needs, communicating clearly, and delivering reliable technical solutions.
• Evaluate and compare HVAC and plumbing systems, considering advantages, disadvantages, costs, and efficiencies to recommend optimal solutions.
• Leverage Autodesk MEP tools, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and office productivity software to develop and coordinate design documents.
• Support and mentor team members, contributing to the growth of the mechanical engineering team and helping to develop future leaders.
• Act as a technical leader on healthcare and laboratory projects, contributing subject matter expertise in healthcare HVAC design.
• Participate in internal and external coordination meetings to ensure that mechanical designs align with architectural and other engineering disciplines.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in design processes and project delivery.

• Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least 10 years of job-related experience, including a minimum of 3 to 5 years focused specifically on large-scale healthcare or laboratory projects.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), or the ability to obtain licensure by comity in the state where the hiring office is located.
• Minimum of 10 years of HVAC or plumbing design experience, including leadership on complex projects.
• Proficiency in the design of industry-standard HVAC systems such as VAV systems, VRF systems, heat pumps, and packaged rooftop systems.
• Ability to independently design HVAC or plumbing systems from start to finish with a high standard of quality and minimal guidance.
• Experience with hydronic piping design, including pump selection and system layout.
• Experience with duct sizing and fan selection for HVAC systems.
• Experience using heating and cooling load calculation software to size equipment and systems.
• Experience with plumbing system design for building projects.
• Knowledge and practical application of mechanical and plumbing building codes in design work.
• Experience writing specifications for mechanical projects, including HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Proficiency with Autodesk MEP tools and AutoCAD for mechanical design and documentation.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam for document review and coordination.
• Proficiency with Outlook and Microsoft Office for communication, documentation, and project coordination.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with peers, drafters, and other disciplines to produce coordinated construction documents.
• Strong client service orientation with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Comprehensive understanding of HVAC and plumbing systems, including their advantages, disadvantages, costs, and efficiencies.

• ASHRAE Healthcare Facility Design Professional (HFDP) certification.
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) credential.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) credential.
• Experience with medical gas system design and plumbing coordination in healthcare facilities.
• Demonstrated passion for growing and leading a mechanical engineering team.
• Experience working on large, complex projects across multiple locations and markets.
• Interest in innovative, responsible design solutions that positively impact building occupants and the broader community.

The role is based in a collaborative in-office environment that emphasizes teamwork between design professionals and business operations. The organization offers a flexible work-from-home schedule, allowing a blend of in-office collaboration and remote work. You will work with modern design technologies such as Autodesk MEP tools, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and standard office software to produce high-quality construction documents. The culture centers on creativity, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the heart of every project. The environment encourages imaginative, responsible, and first-of-their-kind design solutions, with opportunities to contribute to projects across various locations and markets. Benefits include a competitive package and a supportive culture that values and celebrates unique perspectives, while providing opportunities for professional growth and leadership in mechanical engineering.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boise, ID.

The pay range for this position is $45.67 - $52.88/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Boise,ID.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2026.

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