Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a passion for designing innovative solutions in the healthcare sector? As a Senior Mechanical Engineer on Olsson's Facilities Engineering and Design Team, you’ll provide high-level technical support and lead quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities that drive excellence in healthcare facilities design. In this role, you’ll apply your expertise to independently make recommendations and decisions that enhance the design and functionality of healthcare environments. You’ll work on complex projects, develop unique solutions, and ensure that our designs meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and review of mechanical systems for complex healthcare facilities projects.

• Serve as a technical specialist, applying advanced mechanical engineering concepts to address the unique challenges of healthcare environments.

• Perform QA/QC and ensure that mechanical designs meet project objectives and regulatory standards.

• Conduct research to inform innovative design solutions that improve patient care and operational efficiency.

• Advise and direct staff on mechanical design approaches to meet project requirements and client expectations.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems seamlessly into overall project designs.

• Contribute to the development of standards and guidelines for mechanical engineering activities within the team.

We have multiple current openings and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Lincoln, Omaha, Des Moines, Denver, Loveland, Colorado Springs, Kansas City, Dallas-Fort Worth, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Phoenix, St. Louis, and Fayetteville office locations. We will also consider remote candidates.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.

• Having ownership in the work you do.

• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license.

• At least 8 years of mechanical engineering experience with increasing responsibility, preferably in healthcare facilities design.

• Healthcare-related certifications such as ASHRAE Healthcare Facilities Design Professional (HFDP), ASSE 6060 Medical Gas Systems Designer, and/or ASSE 12080 Certified Legionella Water Safety & Management Specialist are a plus.

• Membership in a state or national chapter of the American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE) or equivalent is advantageous. Experience with National Codes/Standards development and participation in relevant committees is highly preferred.

• Healthcare-related certifications, such as Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) or Healthcare Physical Environment Worker, are a plus.

• Demonstrated expertise in leading complex mechanical design projects and providing technical leadership within a team.

• Enthusiasm for advancing the healthcare industry through innovative and reliable mechanical engineering solutions.

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities

• Receive an excellent 401(k) match

• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance

• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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