ASSOCIATE MECHANICAL ENGINEER JOB DESCRIPTION

Mechanical engineering judgment is not generic. In building services consultancy, the gap between a sound HVAC specification and one that fails peer review under NYC mechanical codes or UK building regulations is the difference between a project that proceeds and one that stalls for months. The Associate Mechanical Engineer owns that judgment across feasibility, scheme design, and construction support phases. Few engineering roles demand both client-facing authority and the technical depth to lead multidisciplinary delivery teams simultaneously.

As the Associate Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the technical delivery of mechanical and HVAC building services design across projects of varying scale and complexity, from initial feasibility through specification and site support. You work within a multidisciplinary consultancy team alongside structural, electrical, and civil engineers, managing fee, programme, and design quality while developing less experienced engineers beneath you.

Career Impact: Gaining P.E. licensure or Chartered Engineer status while leading client-facing consultancy projects in sectors such as healthcare, aviation, and critical systems establishes a level of technical credibility that generalist engineering roles rarely provide.

Business Impact: The mechanical systems this role specifies - HVAC, steam generation, chilled water, and automated controls - determine whether a building's infrastructure passes regulatory review and meets long-term operational performance standards for end users.

Growth Opportunity: Consistent delivery of large-scale, multi-discipline projects builds the scope management and client relationship skills that feed directly into Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer positions within consultancy practices.

• Lead technical delivery of mechanical and HVAC building services design across feasibility, scheme, and detailed design stages.
• Develop scope and fee proposals and negotiate project terms to align client expectations with delivery capacity.
• Manage project budgets, programmes, and staffing to maintain schedule and financial performance across concurrent commissions.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers, reviewing their design outputs to maintain technical standards and support professional development.
• Prepare mechanical calculations, equipment selections, specifications, and peer reviews to validate design solutions against applicable codes.
• Conduct site inspections, condition assessments, and field surveys to inform design development and document existing system performance.
• Coordinate with structural, electrical, plumbing, and civil engineering disciplines to resolve multi-system interfaces and maintain design integrity.
• Represent the consultancy to clients at project meetings, translating client requirements into compliant engineering solutions.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 5 or more years of mechanical engineering experience in a consultancy design environment, with demonstrated project delivery accountability.
• Chartered Engineer status or Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, or active progress toward registration.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply building services codes, including mechanical, fire alarm, and electrical distribution standards applicable to the jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated competence in preparing schematic diagrams, specifications, feasibility studies, and order-of-magnitude cost estimates.
• Experience managing project budgets, programmes, and fee delivery across multiple concurrent commissions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to lead client meetings and produce clear technical reports.
• Proven ability to supervise, motivate, and develop less experienced engineers toward delivery of client expectations.

• Experience in a specialist sector such as healthcare facilities, data centres, aviation infrastructure, or mission-critical environments.
• Familiarity with NEC contract frameworks or equivalent construction contract regimes.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new client relationships and contribute to business development within a consultancy setting.
• Knowledge of net zero carbon design strategies, energy efficiency methodologies, or smart building systems integration.

• Design fee recovery rate, measuring how efficiently project hours are managed against the agreed commission fee.
• Number of peer review findings per project, reflecting design accuracy before client submission.
• Programme adherence rate, tracking delivery of design milestones against the agreed project schedule.
• Client retention rate across managed commissions, indicating the strength of client relationships maintained by this role.
• Junior engineer progression rate, reflecting the effectiveness of mentoring and technical development support provided.
• Typical tools: CAD and BIM platforms (commonly Revit or AutoCAD); calculation software (commonly Hevacomp or IES).

• Base Salary Range: $85,000 to $115,000 per year depending on experience and licensure.
• Bonus: Annual performance bonus, typically 5 to 10 percent of base salary.
• Equity: Not typical in consultancy; profit-sharing arrangements offered at some firms.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer contributes to premiums.
• PTO: 15 to 20 days annually, plus public holidays and professional development leave.
• Common Perks: P.E. or Chartered Engineer exam fee support, CPD allowance, hybrid working model.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. All applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment in this role is contingent on satisfactory completion of a background check. Candidates must hold current authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

The Associate Mechanical Engineer delivers mechanical technical solutions across water, tunnelling, and utilities projects in the UK, spanning wastewater treatment, pumping systems, and building services work including electrical distribution and fire alarm systems. Working alongside the Mechanical team and reporting to the Director of Mechanical, this role shapes project outcomes through design governance, bid preparation, and site supervision within tight timescales and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical technical solutions for water industry projects within tight timescales and budgets.
• Provide technical governance and design oversight across assigned projects.
• Manage projects and support bid preparation and tender documentation.
• Prepare clear and concise written documentation for operational and maintenance staff.
• Ensure compliance with current industry standards across all project activities.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers within the team.

Required Qualifications

• Hold a BEng or MEng in Mechanical Engineering with evidence of continual CPD in Engineering and Construction.
• Possess a good understanding of NEC 3 & 4 contracts and Health and Safety, DSEAR, and HAZOP requirements.
• Demonstrate understanding of engineering principles and design within the water industry, including wastewater, clean water, MCC panels, and ICA equipment.
• Experience in other engineering industries is accepted and welcomed.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
• Project Management experience is advantageous.
• Hold a valid personal transport arrangement, as remote site work may be required.

Reporting to engineering management, the Associate Mechanical Engineer leads design, analysis, and technical training across elevator and escalator product lines, from concept through root cause analysis and competitive benchmarking. Partnering with Sales, Field Superintendents, R&D, and program teams at both headquarters and field levels, this role builds technically sound and code-compliant product solutions that meet safety, performance, and cost requirements.

Primary Duties

• Design, modify, and apply components and systems using engineering methods to meet specified technical objectives.
• Analyze and solve complex design, application, manufacturing, installation, and service problems.
• Create original designs, which may be patentable, to meet job requirements.
• Plan and lead engineering projects with technical staff, completing on time and within budget.
• Implement defect prevention procedures and analyze new technologies for potential elevator and escalator applications.
• Analyze competitive product designs, perform root cause analysis, and report findings to management.
• Perform technical document review of ordering information and product specifications as requested.
• Prepare and conduct technical training, and present findings to management and internal and external customers.

Skills & Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer License (PE) is a plus.
• Possess 2 years of elevator experience and system knowledge.
• Demonstrate knowledge of engineering fundamentals and technologies related to elevator systems and design procedures.
• Hold 1 year of AutoCAD, MathCAD, and Creo/SolidWorks experience; strong working knowledge of Cadre also required.
• Display strong verbal and written communication skills and a commitment to customer service.
• Actively identify improvement opportunities and collaborate effectively across teams and management levels.

Sitting at the intersection of mechanical design and cross-functional value engineering, the Associate Mechanical Engineer supports cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives across the BID Division by participating in workshops and executing projects tied to their outcomes. Operating across multiple sites and organizations within the BID Division, this role owns SOLIDWORKS-based design work, design history documentation, and engineering change processes to deliver measurable design and performance gains.

Duties

• Communicate project status and updates to Project Managers, flagging progress and potential roadblocks.
• Support projects from initiation through delivery, completing all required activities and deliverables.
• Develop and document design history files per design control requirements.
• Use SOLIDWORKS to perform mechanical or electro-mechanical design, modeling, and detailing of parts, assemblies, and drawings.
• Participate in engineering design reviews, generate engineering change models and drawings, and manage BOM updates via the ECR process.
• Work cross-functionally to identify opportunities to improve design, performance, quality, and cost.

Requirements

• Hold a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science with 0–2 years of experience.
• Understand lean manufacturing concepts, ISO 9001 requirements, and manufacturing methods for thermoplastic, cast metal, and machined parts.
• Possess knowledge of drafting standards and GD&T; SOLIDWORKS proficiency is a plus.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint with excellent computer skills.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present technical content with supporting data.
• Be highly organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Work effectively both independently and as a member of a cross-functional team with strong interpersonal and networking skills.

Embedded within the aircraft design organization, the Sr. Associate Mechanical Engineer leads detail design of mission system racks, consoles, and mechanical installations for aircraft platforms, coordinating closely with Tooling, Flight Sciences, Manufacturing, and Production to meet technical and contractual requirements. Working closely with up to five design engineers under direct oversight, this role advances integrated system design through structural analysis, engineering drawings, and design quality accountability.

Core Functions

• Oversee as Design Lead the design of detail parts, assemblies, and installations for aircraft mission system racks and consoles, including mission and mechanical systems installations.
• Apply engineering design and analytical theory with understanding of structural analysis for integrated system design.
• Conduct research, develop layouts, prepare engineering drawings, and coordinate design activities with Tooling, Flight Sciences, Manufacturing, and Production.
• Provide design oversight for up to five design engineers, covering quality, schedule, budget, and contractual requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Security Clearance, requiring U.S. Citizenship.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, or Civil Engineering with two years of aircraft design experience or equivalent; Master's degree is a plus.
• CAD skills are highly desired along with understanding of basic aircraft systems.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to walk to the flight line, work in a hangar environment, and board/exit aircraft.
• Willing to travel or relocate if necessary.

A key member of a multidisciplinary consulting team, the Associate Mechanical Engineer leads evaluation, design, and specification of mechanical and HVAC systems spanning steam generation, chilled water, refrigerant, and automated controls across projects of varying scale. Collaborating across structural, architectural, electrical, and plumbing engineering disciplines, this role delivers complete mechanical engineering solutions that meet NYC building codes and client performance expectations.

Functions

• Develop and maintain client relationships, and develop detailed scope and fee proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and manage project budgets, schedules, and staffing.
• Lead analysis, evaluation, design, and specification of mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Supervise design and renovation drawing development, and prepare and review mechanical calculations and equipment selections.
• Prepare field notes, feasibility studies, cost analyses, reports, and specifications.
• Perform peer reviews, condition assessments, and order-of-magnitude cost estimating while collaborating with multidisciplinary in-house teams.

Experience & Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Hold a P.E. license in NY; significant knowledge of NYC building codes and industry mechanical codes is mandatory.
• Possess a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrate proven ability to develop new business, manage projects, and supervise and mentor staff on multidisciplinary efforts.
• Be proficient in manual and software-assisted mechanical calculations with strong analytical skills.
• Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills and a meticulous work ethic with personal flexibility to meet position demands.

Advancing the development of next-generation subsea products depends on the Associate Mechanical Engineer, who owns engineering tasks across concept definition, design, manufacturing follow-up, and on-site testing within an experienced multi-discipline team serving the energy sector. Based within a department of subsea specialists covering all phases of subsea projects from tender through installation, this role contributes to the green energy transition by supporting product development and continuous improvement across a broad range of mechanical technical areas.

Accountabilities

• Take responsibility for completing assigned activities within subsea projects or mechanical product areas.
• Prepare, coordinate, and update technical documentation for projects and mechanical products.
• Follow up on manufacturing activities and on-site testing.
• Lead mechanical product development, covering design, manufacturing, and testing across a wide range of technical areas.
• Contribute to continuous improvements and an open-minded culture within the mechanical engineering team.

Technical Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant engineering discipline.
• Possess technical and analytical understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Demonstrate a proactive and innovative attitude with strong teamwork skills for working within own team and international environments.
• Hold strong collaborative skills and ability to contribute effectively in a multi-discipline setting.
• Communicate fluently in English, both oral and written.

As the Associate Mechanical Engineer, this role leads design delivery, fee and programme management, and the technical development of less experienced engineers within a critical systems team serving data centre and mission-critical infrastructure clients. The critical systems team relies on this work to maintain design quality, meet client expectations, and produce schematic diagrams, specifications, and project reports across large-scale consultancy projects.

Activities

• Manage and support the delivery of technically excellent and profitable projects within a critical systems team, collaborating across disciplines.
• Manage and assist mechanical engineers to deliver designs while maintaining fee, programme, and design quality.
• Produce design deliverables and contribute to the design process when required.
• Manage, motivate, and inspire less experienced engineers using technical expertise and determination.
• Support, and be supported by, senior management staff within the team.

Position Requirements

• Hold an MEng or BEng in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Demonstrate proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects and less senior engineers to meet and exceed client expectations.
• Possess significant consultancy design experience, preferably in a data centre or critical systems context, including understanding of relevant design and delivery principles.
• Demonstrate ability to produce schematic diagrams, specifications, project reports, and lead project meetings; conduct site inspections and detail design development.
• Exhibit ownership of tasks, structured problem-solving ability, and strong organisational and client-facing communication skills.

Associate Mechanical Engineer leads client-facing engineering delivery for mission-critical building and infrastructure projects at one of Europe's busiest airports, incorporating sustainability, net zero carbon, and smart systems design. The work directly supports the airport's infrastructure programme and relies on this role to represent the organisation to clients, manage engineers, and apply technical judgment across feasibility through construction support phases.

Operational Focus

• Take a leading client-facing role in prestigious mission-critical building and infrastructure projects, incorporating sustainability, net zero carbon, digital design, and smart systems.
• Lead an engineering delivery team and manage engineers toward delivery of key projects.
• Apply technical judgment to feasibility studies, concept, scheme and detailed design, and construction support phases.
• Incorporate modern methods of construction and smart systems philosophies into design work.
• Represent the organisation to clients while understanding and delivering client engineering needs.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Possess good working knowledge of UK mechanical building services design, including relevant standards, codes, and regulations, with ability to manage technical, cost, and programme elements of project delivery.
• Experience in the UK aviation sector is preferable but not required.
• Demonstrate strong client-facing communication skills and ability to lead cross-disciplinary engineering delivery teams.
• Exhibit sound technical judgment and the ability to apply resourcefulness across all project phases.

The Associate Mechanical Engineer delivers technical expertise and team leadership for chemical process manufacturing operations, owning equipment maintenance improvement initiatives and applying Six Sigma methodology to drive process and reliability outcomes. Working alongside operations and engineering teams in a chemical manufacturing environment subject to PSM requirements, this role shapes production quality by recommending process improvements and documenting technology parameters that meet final customer standards.

Key Deliverables

• Provide technical expertise and team leadership on mechanical engineering matters for chemical process manufacturing.
• Lead and drive improvements in equipment maintenance philosophies, strategies, and best practices.
• Monitor product and process performance, assess operational reliability, identify failures, and recommend solutions.
• Apply Six Sigma methodology to evaluate process data and drive improvements.
• Specify and document technology parameters to ensure process capability meets final product quality requirements.
• Recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods, and controls while applying PSM principles.

Professional Experience

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent military experience.
• Hold Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred) or the ability to obtain within one year.
• Possess 3–5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing or steam and power generation and distribution.
• Demonstrate strong background in root cause failure analysis and experience with process safety management and highly toxic materials.
• Experience working in the chemicals industry is preferred.
• Exhibit strong collaborative and leadership skills with a hands-on attitude.

Embedded within a forensic engineering practice, the Associate Mechanical Engineer investigates mechanical building system failures, vehicle collisions, and equipment failures across residential, commercial, and industrial facilities to resolve insurance claims and legal disputes. Working closely with legal teams and external clients, this role builds authoritative failure analysis reports and delivers expert testimony that supports accurate loss determination and remediation outcomes.

Areas of Ownership

• Assist in determining the cause, origin, and extent of mechanical building system and product failures.
• Investigate and analyze residential, commercial, and industrial facilities to resolve claims and legal disputes.
• Conduct wet and dry facility mechanical systems investigations, vehicle system failures, and equipment or product failure analyses.
• Perform vehicle collision reconstruction, including commercial vehicles, and conduct engineering and mechanical evaluations of automobiles and machinery.
• Prepare oral and written reports documenting causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation.
• Provide expert opinions and testimony; gather photographic evidence and oversee field-testing.

Education & Experience

• Hold a BSME in Mechanical Engineering.
• Hold a P.E. License; out-of-state candidates must also hold NCEES for Florida reciprocity.
• Possess 5–8 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer with design and/or manufacturing background; testifying experience preferred.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, independent judgment, and excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong writing skills.
• Be proficient in MS Office products.
• Role requires out-of-town travel, primarily day trips with up to 10% overnight.

Reporting to engineering supervision, the Associate Mechanical Engineer performs well-defined mechanical engineering assignments and routine structural analyses, applying fundamental engineering principles to component design, test planning, and technical documentation. Partnering with product and customer application teams, this role leads the accurate preparation of engineering drawings, test plans, and specifications that keep product development on standard.

Role Responsibilities

• Apply fundamental engineering principles and techniques to perform well-defined mechanical engineering assignments and routine structural analyses.
• Support basic design of mechanical components under close supervision.
• Obtain, correlate, and analyze technical information for designated products and customer applications.
• Read, interpret, and prepare data for engineering drawings, and perform mechanical layouts.
• Prepare test plans, conduct engineering tests, and prepare documentation, reports, charts, and graphs.
• Assist in writing component specifications and stay current on improvements in mechanical engineering techniques.

Background & Experience

• Hold a four-year college degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Demonstrate ability to perform analytical work with strong prioritization and multitasking skills under deadlines.
• Be proficient in standard office automation tools including word processors and spreadsheets.
• Exhibit good interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to complete multiple tasks and work under deadlines with sound organisational skills.

Sitting at the intersection of thermodynamics engineering and product validation, the Associate Mechanical Engineer supports the Commercial Unitary Engineering Team in developing small and medium rooftop HVAC products ranging from 5 to 150 tons, running computer models and guiding lab technicians through refrigeration testing. Operating across engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and operations functions in Syracuse, NY, this role owns product compliance verification and process improvement documentation to meet business and customer requirements.

Job Functions

• Interface with manufacturing to ensure designs meet process capabilities and operational team requirements.
• Run computer models to simulate system and component performance, and develop test assignments for new HVAC product design.
• Guide and direct lab technicians in refrigeration testing and analyze data from HVAC equipment testing.
• Ensure HVAC equipment meets all customer, safety, and reliability requirements.
• Work with internal marketing and operations teams daily and document process improvements as part of standard engineering work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred.
• Possess 0–2 years of relevant product development experience.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid flow, heat transfer, and Air Conditioning, Structural, Drafting, Modeling, Piping, and Tolerance analysis.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Possess teamwork skills and ability to interact effectively with cross-functional engineering, design, manufacturing, and lab teams.
• Be proactive, results oriented, and dedicated to customer satisfaction with the ability to maintain strong business relationships.

A key member of a Building Services discipline group, the Associate Mechanical Engineer leads the technical development of the Mechanical Engineering team and delivery of key hospital projects, working closely with senior staff and junior engineers across a growing office. Collaborating with stakeholders across healthcare clients and internal teams, this role builds the organisation's healthcare engineering capability by managing existing client relationships and supporting resourcing and financial targets.

What You'll Do

• Develop the Mechanical Engineering team and contribute to the Building Services discipline group.
• Lead delivery of key projects and frameworks by building strong stakeholder relationships.
• Lead technical development of the Mechanical Engineering team and manage existing client relationships.
• Work with the senior team to support resourcing and meet financial targets.
• Support junior engineers and assist in the design of a variety of building services projects.

Required Qualifications

• Hold a relevant degree or HND-level qualification in a related subject.
• Be a Chartered Engineer.
• Must have prior healthcare experience and demonstrated experience designing projects from conception to completion across multiple areas of the Building Services industry.
• Possess knowledge of relevant CAD software and building regulations.
• Demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities, strong written and verbal communication skills, and good organisational skills with ability to meet deadlines.