Senior HVAC Mechanical Engineer

Join us to design places that make a difference

As a Cushing Terrell team member, you will create built environments that push the boundaries of cutting-edge design and contribute to thriving communities. You will join a multidisciplinary team of talented engineers, architects, designers, planners, and business professionals who work across 13 office locations as well as remotely throughout the United States. Our vision is to shape a new world using knowledge and creativity to educate, enlighten, delight, unite, preserve, sustain, and forever improve. The Senior Mechanical Engineer we are seeking will be based in Austin, Texas. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, confident in their ability to to provide the highest level of client service. The candidate will be highly skilled in Mechanical engineering, have an  understanding of the work within the region, and be adept at project management and some business development. Our goal is to grow our mechanical engineering work in the Austin area, and this individual will be a key player in this growth and working with the firm’s current engineering leadership. 

Qualifications* you will bring to the table:

• •    A Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  •    Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Consulting HVAC Engineering
  •    Licensed Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain) in the state of Texas.
  •    Ability to design complex HVAC systems with high standard of quality.  
  •    Proficient in design of many HVAC systems, such as VAV systems, DOAS systems, VRF systems, Data Room Cooling systems and Package rooftop systems.
  •    Proficient in design of Chilled Water-Cooling and Hydronic Heating systems.  
  •    Advanced knowledge of Heating/Cooling load and Ventilation calculations
  •    Advanced knowledge of hydronic pipe sizing, pump selection, duct sizing and fan selection
  •    Working knowledge of plumbing systems, such as domestic hot & cold-water systems and waste and vent systems
  •    Proficient in application of Mechanical Building Codes
  •    Advanced understanding of digital temperature control systems, development of control strategies, drawings, and sequences of operation
  •    Proficient at writing specifications for mechanical projects
  •    Ability to collaborate with peers and lead a team of engineers and drafters to produce high quality construction documents. 
  •    Ability to provide a high level of client service.
  •    Excellent oral and written communication skills

*Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don’t want you to hold back! If you don’t check every single point above but still feel like you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply! 

As a Team Member at Cushing Terrell, you will*…

• •    Have proficiency in a variety of software applications to include: Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam, and relevant HVAC software. 
  •    Have a desire to expand our integrated A/E business model and the expertise of our team.
  •    Develop initial HVAC design concepts with or without collaboration of other engineers
  •    Consult with client to determine needs, wants, and designs systems to meet predetermined budgets
  •    Conduct site assessments, and analysis to produce building engineering reports and recommendations for improvement of building HVAC and plumbing systems
  •    Produce energy conservation recommendations, potential energy savings of conservation measures and construction cost to implement measure
  •    Provide Quality Control reviews of mechanical designs and provide constructive feedback
  •    Act as Engineer in Responsible Charge, including making technical decisions in their field, reviewing, stamping, and signing Construction Documents.

*The majority of the time a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach. On occasion, individuals will be required to visit a client site to perform site verifications and field surveys.

Your pay

The salary for this position is based on the location/s posted. If you are a candidate living outside of (this region/these regions), we still encourage you to apply as salary ranges may differ across states/cities/job markets.

• Expected Range*:  Upt to $160,000
• The position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus

*The actual salary offered for the role will be determined based on a variety of factors including but not limited to; years of experience, licensure status, location, level of job-related knowledge, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). 

Why Cushing Terrell?

Cushing Terrell offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as a nationwide High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with HSA, dental, and vision coverage for both you and eligible dependents. A 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with a 5% employer match.  8 paid holidays and PTO accrual. Professional and personal growth are equally important to us; we offer advancement opportunities and are committed to continuing education and mentorship opportunities for all of our team members.

Cushing Terrell’s Work Smart Program is a flexible work arrangement designed to acknowledge and embrace flexibility in our work environments and preferences. While we prefer that our team enjoy the benefits of in-office work collaboration, team members in most roles, with more than 3 years of professional experience may have flexibility to work remotely, a hybrid schedule, or 100% in the office.

View our Employee Benefits Guide for more information.

Equity

Cushing Terrell is committed to pursuing, achieving, and preserving a culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion – within our firm, partnerships, communities, and the places we design. We are invested in expanding awareness of different lived experiences, building capacity for understanding and mutual respect, and implementing practices that uphold our commitments.        

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, age, color, religious creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, military status or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.          

If you need assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with us, please call 406.248.7455. We will review requests for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. If you are having difficulty applying through an external website, please visit www.cushingterrell.com/joinus/          

We look forward to hearing from you!