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Actalent Senior Mechanical Engineer in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois
Job Title: Senior Mechanical EngineerJob Description
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer who will be responsible for managing projects from start to finish. The ideal candidate will have the ability to attend kick-off meetings with clients to understand the size, scope, and details of projects, perform field surveys of existing building conditions, and produce load calculations to determine the amount of air, temperature, and water needed to heat/cool buildings effectively. The candidate will design the layout of HVAC and pipes within buildings and review and draft shop drawings.
Responsibilities
Manage projects from start to finish.
Attend kick-off meetings with clients to understand project size, scope, and details.
Conduct code research to determine project regulations.
Perform field surveys of existing building conditions.
Produce load calculations for effective heating/cooling of buildings.
Design HVAC and piping layouts within buildings.
Review and draft shop drawings.
Essential Skills
Mechanical design experience utilizing AutoCAD for building projects.
Knowledge of HVAC, equipment specification, boiler, chiller, building construction documents, site visits, building codes, load calculations, and piping.
Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
10+ years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of US building codes.
Experience with retail, restaurant, and small-scale commercial projects.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus, but not required.
Work Environment
The work environment is laid back, anti-corporate, and politics-free with a very tenured team. The office consists of 12 employees, including 4 mechanical engineers, 4 electrical engineers, 2 part-time drafters, and an administrative staff. The company partners with architecture firms, developers, and general contractors across the Midwest to provide a variety of engineering services. The project load ranges from small renovations to large-scale industrial projects across different sectors. The company offers internal benefits such as 4 weeks of vacation, IRA retirement fund contributions, healthcare coverage up to 80%, and fully covered dental and eye benefits. End-of-year bonuses are available based on merit. The company is open to candidates creating their own hybrid schedules, but they must be local to the Oak Brook area to complete site visits. Typical working hours are 40-45 hours per week.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $57.69/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)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Oakbrook Terrace,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
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