Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated
  • Bethesda, Maryland
  • Full Time
Mechanical Design Engineer- Bethesda, MD

Our Bethesda, MD office has an opening for a talented Mechanical Engineer who would like to work on diverse projects.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on projects in a variety of market sectors, such as healthcare, science & technology, education, and commercial projects.

In this role, you will:
  • Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems for healthcare, science & technology, education, and commercial projects
  • Perform Load/Energy calculations with software such as Trace 700, Carrier HAP, and similar programs
  • Work with a senior engineer to conduct building surveys and documentation of existing HVAC systems
  • Develop system design calculations and selection of equipment for use in buildings
  • Write/edit project specifications
  • Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies
  • Code compliance research
  • Coordinate work with other disciplines
  • Provide construction administration services

You will be a great fit if:
  • You have a minimum of 5 years of design experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • LEED certification/experience is a plus
  • Experience with laboratories/medical facilities design is preferred

Skills/abilities:
  • Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office
  • Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines
  • Excellent work ethic and attitude
  • Good communication and time management skills
  • Interpersonal communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work

Location : Bethesda, MD

Salary: $115,000-$130,000/year

This role comes with a comprehensive benefit package including healthcare, dental and vision and 401K matching. You will also be eligible to be an employee owner by purchasing Salas O'Brien stock.

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.

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:

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, color, 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.

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Job ID: 488854178
Originally Posted on: 8/9/2025

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