With offices across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin, Clark Dietz, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We are recognized leaders in transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical and construction engineering. We succeed Together and believe that an inclusive workplace builds stronger teams and better solutions for our clients and communities. Our culture promotes innovation, and professional growth through collaboration, mentoring and Communities of Practice.

Position Overview

We currently have an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Champaign, IL. The ME Team serves public sector clients with planning, design, and construction services for architectural (building systems) and municipal infrastructure projects (water & wastewater). Projects include the design of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection & security systems for public facilities including residence halls, offices, police & fire stations, and water & wastewater treatment plants.

Primary Responsibilities

• Executes planning and design tasks including computations, analysis and modeling for facility rehabilitations and water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Applies engineering principals, applicable standards (ASHRAE, NFP, Etc.) and building and industrial codes to develop and evaluate solutions.
• Performs assessment and specification of mechanical equipment for public facilities, utilities and industrial applications.
• Creates drawings, plan sheets and models following the company’s design standards and utilizing the designated CAD or modeling software.
• Assists with the preparation of technical reports, plans, specifications, and supporting documents.
• Provides guidance to less experienced staff and assists with their development through project task assignments and regular feedback.
• Performs QA/QC at various project/submittal stages.
• Other duties as assigned.

• B.S. degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering (M emphasis) from an ABET accredited institution, EIT is desired.
• 4+ years of experience with assessment, design and layout of building mechanical and control systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection)
• Experience with interpreting and developing complex architectural drawings and 3D models and performing calculations to support design decisions.
• Experience with MS Office, Revit, Trane Load/Trace or Carrier/Hap are required, or similar modeling tools are required.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with other staff across offices and other disciplines to complete projects on-time and within budget.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to draft technical memos/reports and present recommendations in a logical manner.
• A valid driver’s license to visit project sites and attend meetings is required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary + hiring bonus + annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package plus 401(k) & ESOP with unlimited company match.
• Flexible hybrid schedule with work-from-home options.
• Support for licensure, education, and career development.
• Opportunity for ownership in a thriving, employee-centric firm.

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Clark Dietz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.