Mechanical Engineer (HVAC and Plumbing)
Location: Grand Rapids or Farmington Hills
Employment Type: Full-Time
For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together-our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we're looking to add a Mechanical Engineer/Designer to help us keep building. Whether you are an experienced professional or a recent graduate beginning your career, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team designing HVAC and plumbing systems for a wide variety of building projects.
Working with our Mechanical Engineering team, you will work on a variety of different projects with several multidisciplinary professionals.
What You'll Do
- Design plumbing and HVAC systems for a variety of building projects.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and designers on HVAC and domestic water, sanitary, storm, and specialty plumbing system designs.
- Perform engineering calculations and develop construction drawings and specifications.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.
- Support projects across industrial, municipal, healthcare, commercial, and higher education markets.
- Conduct field investigations, site visits, and engineering evaluations.
- Provide construction-phase engineering support and resolve field issues.
- Utilize Revit and other engineering software to develop and coordinate designs.
- Communicate with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to support project delivery.
- Manage assigned tasks independently while meeting project schedules and quality standards.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Entry-level candidates and experienced professionals are encouraged to apply. Previous A/E consulting experience is preferred but not required.
- Interest in HVAC and plumbing system design, with a particular emphasis on building plumbing systems.
- FE certification, PE license, or interest in pursuing professional licensure preferred.
- Experience with Revit MEP is preferred; training will be provided for the right candidate.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
What We Offer
- Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness reimbursement and activities
- Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
- Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
- Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
- 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
- And more!
We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Build Your Future Here
Please apply for the role, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team (not a bot) will reach out to you. Candidates for this position can reside in the Detroit metro or West Michigan markets.
