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At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.Building for the long‑term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people‑first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high‑impact career—and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee‑owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high‑rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.Job SummaryAs a Mechanical Engineer/Designer, you'll collaborate with a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary team to design innovative building systems and deliver high‑quality construction documents for impactful institutional projects across diverse markets. In this role you will design HVAC systems for a wide range of buildings, including K‑12 schools, retail/mixed‑use spaces, hospitals, and commercial office spaces.ResponsibilitiesDesign Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning Systems for various types of facilitiesProduce mechanical design drawings in AutoCAD and/or Revit softwarePerform field investigationsCoordinate quality control, scheduling, and programmingCoordinate and communicate information and progress with MEP teamQualifications3 to 5 years of experience in HVAC design and constructionA solid understanding of duct design, piping design, air handlers, chiller, and boiler systemsExperience with performing load calculations, equipment selection and design, wet and dry side system designKnowledge of CBC, CMC and CPC codes, DDC controls, Title 24, HAP or Energy ProA demonstrated facilitation experienceSkills and AbilitiesMust have strong verbal and written communications skills in design and specificationsLocation: Lafayette, LATravel: Less than 10%Compensation and BenefitsThis role is eligible for performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time off and company holidaysWellness programs and employee assistance resourcesSalas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability‑related needs of applicants as required by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr