Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will oversee the design and coordination of mechanical systems across multiple projects. You will serve as a client-facing engineer, collaborating closely with project managers and stakeholders to develop detailed construction documents, including drawings and specifications for HVAC, plumbing, controls, and specialty piping systems. You will conduct construction administration tasks such as reviewing submittals and managing design revisions during construction. Additionally, you will perform system calculations, equipment selection, and layout development from schematic design through construction documents. Your role will require you to research and apply relevant building codes and standards to ensure compliance, while coordinating effectively with other engineering disciplines, architects, and contractors to deliver integrated and successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and coordination of mechanical systems across multiple projects.
• Serve as a client-facing engineer, collaborating closely with project managers and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed construction documents, including drawings and specifications for HVAC, plumbing, controls, and specialty piping systems.
• Conduct construction administration tasks such as reviewing submittals and managing design revisions during construction.
• Perform system calculations, equipment selection, and layout development from schematic design through construction documents.
• Research and apply relevant building codes and standards to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate effectively with other engineering disciplines, architects, and contractors to deliver integrated and successful project outcomes.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in MEP design and building systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• HVAC and plumbing design.
• Experience in fire protection.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering desired.
• Willingness to consider candidates without a degree but with relevant experience.

Work Environment

The work environment is predominantly office-based, with 95% of the time spent in the office and occasional travel to local projects in Central IL. Engineers work collaboratively in a pit setting within a team of 15-20 employees. The team includes tenured staff with over 30 years of experience. The standard workday is from 8 AM to 5 PM with a 1-hour lunch break.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.66 - $40.87/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 fully onsite position in Springfield,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 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.

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