JBW Consulting Engineers is hiring a Mechanical Engineer II/III to support mechanical engineering services for industrial clients. In this hybrid role based in Duluth, MN, you will contribute to drawings, calculations, analysis, equipment selection, and QA/QC while working independently across multidisciplinary tasks. The position includes collaboration with internal team members and client communication, along with occasional site visits for field verification.
This is a full-time opportunity with an annual salary range of USD 85,000 to 140,000. Travel for site visits is expected to be less than 10% annually, though it may increase temporarily based on project needs.
Responsibilities
- Align daily work with JBW core values: Relationships, Communication, Solutions, Technical Proficiency, Quality, and Responsiveness.
- Use a solutions-based, entrepreneurial approach as project needs evolve.
- Perform mechanical engineering duties for industrial facilities; responsibilities may vary by project and current workload.
- Collaborate with JBW team members and a range of industrial clients on a daily basis.
- Conduct safe site visits lasting 1-5 days, sometimes requiring travel (all expenses included).
- Complete field verifications and organize gathered field information.
- Use working knowledge of CAD tools, including Revit, AutoCAD 3D, Plant 3D, and Inventor.
- Prepare and/or review drawings, calculations, equipment selection, and analysis accurately using JBW quality control methods.
- Support project reporting requirements and documentation.
- Provide oversight and guidance to entry level engineers and designers.
- Build and maintain client, vendor, and external relationships.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of progressive mechanical engineering design experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license (required).
- Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu.
- Experience in industrial settings such as refineries, mines, power plants, and industrial manufacturing.
- Experience creating process flow diagrams, equipment general arrangement drawings, and piping/ductwork/HVAC plan drawings.
- Experience developing engineering drawing packages and specifications for contractor implementation.
- Working knowledge of applicable industry codes, engineering practices, QA/QC procedures, performance standards, and specifications.
- Ability to perform engineering calculations, technical analyses, and evaluations of mechanical systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong leadership, writing, and verbal communication skills for collaboration with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
- Ability to prepare and deliver technical presentations, reports, and proposals.
- Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
- Ability to establish and maintain client relationships and manage client expectations.
- Must reside in the United States.
- Preferred location: Duluth, MN 55811.
Technologies
- Bluebeam Revu
- Revit
- AutoCAD 3D
- Plant 3D
- Inventor
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
Preferred Skills / Abilities
- Experience designing material handling systems.
- Experience with HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems for commercial and/or industrial facilities.
- Experience sizing and designing dust collection systems and associated ductwork.
- Experience designing boiler and/or chiller systems for commercial and/or industrial facilities.
- Experience working for a consulting engineering firm, preferably serving industrial clients.
Benefits
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Dental, vision, and health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Leveling: Engineer II (5-10 years of relevant experience) or Engineer III (10+ years of relevant experience).
Job Type: Full-time. Work Location: Hybrid remote in Duluth, MN 55811. Ability to Relocate: Duluth, MN 55811 (preferred), relocate before starting work.
