Director of Mechanical Engineering At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.

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. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. 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:

Our office in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead a fast-paced, multi-discipline team. Our Mechanical Engineers focus primarily on the design of building-related projects including multifamily, higher educational facilities, large commercial projects, retail and local government projects using Revit.

Responsibilities:

Lead, supervise, and provide guidance to a team of engineers Develop mechanical system designs of a given project based on scope of work and/or client RFPs Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical and plumbing systems for a variety of market types Conduct existing building surveys and documentation of existing mechanical and plumbing systems Develop system design calculations and selection of equipment for use in buildings Write and edit project specifications Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies Perform code compliance research Coordinate work with other disciplines Provide construction administration services Perform QA/QC of design work Serve as the primary contact for clients Assist in the procurement of new work including the development of client relations and participation in project interviews

Qualifications:

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Drafting 10+ years of experience in mechanical design PE License (preferred) Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines Hands-on experience with the latest versions of Auto

CAD, REVIT, MS

Office, and engineering calculation and performance simulation software Team management experience (preferred)

Skills/Abilities:

Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-discipline team environment Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in the face of shifting projects and deadlines A positive attitude with colleagues and clients Excellent oral and written communication skills

Location:

New Orleans, LA Travel :

Up to 25%

Benefits:

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and company holidays Wellness programs and employee assistance resources Professional development support For more information, visit our full benefits overview here . 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, colour, 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. Third-Party Agency Notice Salas O'Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.