Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Austin, TX, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 833,070 mechanical engineers nationwide, with a significant presence in Texas, and the field is projected to grow by 11% from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Austin can expect to earn an average of $1,399.83 per week, with experienced mechanical engineers in the area earning upwards of $160,188 annually. Educational pathways such as apprenticeship programs, trade schools, and industry partnerships provide aspiring mechanical engineers with the necessary skills and credentials to thrive in this dynamic and growing field.
MGC Contractors, Inc. is a 100% Employee Owned Corporation. We specialize in all forms of water and wastewater general contracting including Job Order Contracting, Construction Manager at Risk, Design-Bid-Build, and Design-Build throughout Arizona, Texas, Utah, and New Mexico. MGC Contractors, Inc is looking for a Mechanical/Process Equipment Installer to join our Texas Division in the Austin area. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES • Installing process equipment such as pumps, blowers, clarifiers, water filtration systems, flanged above ground piping, influent fine screens, and aeration basin systems. • Understanding of the process of equipment installation, alignment, and anchoring. • Knowledge of crane rigging and signaling. • Knowledge of different types of process piping materials and connections, PVC, Steel, SST, and DIP. • Knowledge of forklift, scissor lift and boom lift operations. • Any and all other duties assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT • This position operates at professional construction sites, requiring the ability to communicate verbally with others on site, in person and over the telephone. The ability to read printed materials, signs and directions. The stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions, ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds and reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and/or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead, traverse around or otherwise position one's self around the required work and safety requirements to navigating and perform activities on various construction sites in a safe manner. The position requires working outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures. While working, the employee might be exposed to various chemicals, vapors, pollutants, virus or other pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machines and dust/debris. POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK • This is a full-time position. Occasional overtime, weekend work may be required as job duties demand. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or GED required. • At least Three (3) years to Five (5) year of related water/wastewater industry experience preferred. AAP/EEO STATEMENT MGC Contractors is an equal employment opportunity employer and, as such, we consider individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by state and federal regulations will be met. Discriminatory or harassing conduct in the workplace, whether committed by management or non-management employees or outside person (vendors, customers, etc.) is prohibited. This job description is not meant to encompass all tasks and or job responsibilities, but rather it is meant to provide the employee with a general summary of what the position entails. MGC Contractors has the right to amend or revise this job description at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made when it does not impose an undue hardship on the company to do so.
See More Details >>Akkodis is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II- Noise & Vibration with a client in Austin TX 78729-Hybrid for 12 month contract. Title: Mechanical Engineer II- Noise & Vibration Location: Austin TX 78729- Hybrid Contract: 12 months Contract Pay Rate: $50- $53/ hr (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.) Job Description As a Noise & Vibration E-noise engineer, you will author SOPs, test plans and specifications for low-level noises. You will quantify noises, facilitate user studies, and establish thresholds in lab and factory environments. These will enable you to educate multi-functional teams to implement known standard methodologies and run studies to learn new best practices. The analysis of the validation work that you will lead will help you to better understand root causes of various problems. You will work closely with partner facilities overseas. • Knowledge of acoustics and vibration principles and how motion of mechanical systems turns into radiated noise. • Fundamental knowledge of how voltage potential and current can lead to vibration. • Good understanding of magnetics and how force can be generated in a complex magnetic environment • Acoustic and vibration measurement skills with experience making measurements in anechoic/hemi-anechoic chambers. • Accomplished listener with excellent hearing over the audible frequency range. • Creative problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment. • Ability to learn new coding languages and navigate datasets. • Useful but not required: history of high-volume consumer electronics, experience with ultralow-noise measurements, and a background in electromagnetic, electrical engineering, and\or circuit design. Education: AS or BS degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Technology Engineering or equivalent Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: · The California Fair Chance Act · Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance · Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers · San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
See More Details >>Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last nine years running. We are a team of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Scientists committed to making meaningful contributions to the world around us. Our quest for excellence goes beyond the ordinary; we seek extraordinary people who want to showcase their talents and join us in making a difference for our clients and communities. You will be part of a collaborative group that champions your career and passions, embraces challenges, understands the importance of work-life balance, and shares our commitment in making a positive impact through your work. Farnsworth Group is seeking an Industrial/Semiconductor Mechanical Designer- Entry Level in our Phoenix, AZ, Austin, TX, Greenwood Village, CO (Denver Tech Center), or Colorado Springs, CO offices. In this role, you will assume multi-project responsibilities for HVAC, fire protection and specialty piping system drafting and design. Projects will be in advanced manufacturing and technology markets. Job Activities: • Multi-project responsibilities for plumbing and HVAC system engineering and design. • Assist in preparing accurate HVAC and specialty piping system construction drawings and specifications. • Assist in preparing preliminary schematics and final designs, calculations, equipment selection and layout. • Interface with other disciplines, clients, and contractors. • This role is one that can be entrepreneurial and is intended to grow into more responsibility via mentoring from more experienced engineers and is supported by a great team of engineers and drafters. • Role reports to an engineering manager, who will also provide mentoring and training opportunities to help you grow. Specific Requirements: • Minimum of Associates Degree in Engineering Technology or related field. • 0-5 years of experience in HVAC/Mechanical systems design. • Proficiency with Revit MEP and AutoCAD. • Experience in the semiconductor/clean room industries would be a plus. • Strong team player in a multi-disciplinary environment, willing to take on more responsibility over time. • Excellent oral and written communications skills. • Ability to contribute to several projects simultaneously. About Farnsworth Group Farnsworth Group is an award winning, employee-owned engineering, architecture, and surveying firm with more than 500 employees located in nearly 30 offices nationwide. We are ranked among the nation's top design firms with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world's largest brands. Our success is the direct result of our talented people, unwavering passion, and exceptional performance. Together, we collaborate with clients to define what matters most to them and strive to move them forward with proven solutions. We do this by focusing on our mission that centers on championing our clients' successes, advancing our communities, and embracing the challenges of a changing world. A Great Place to Work Certified For nine consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the esteemed certification as a Great Place to Work; our employees are the reason why! Annually, our staff engages in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization that delves into employee perceptions about credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. Those results are benchmarked against the nation's leading companies, and only those top performers gain the Great Place to Work certification. The invaluable insights from the survey have played a pivotal role in further shaping our work environment and fostering a culture to make Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work. Featured benefits and perks include: • 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5% • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts • Short & Long-Term Disability • Maternity and Paternity Leave • Professional Development and Training • Mentoring Program • Paid Time Off • Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements • Pet Insurance Plan • Hybrid Work Program Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are an important aspect in the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the culture and success of the Company. Statement on Diversity and Inclusion: Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us...and let's make a difference, together. For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the "Apply for this Position" tab below. Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer. #LI-Onsite Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last nine years running. We are a team of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Scientists committed to making meaningful contributions to the world around us. Our quest for excellence goes beyond the ordinary; we seek extraordinary people who want to showcase their talents and join us in making a difference for our clients and communities. You will be part of a collaborative group that champions your career and passions, embraces challenges, understands the importance of work-life balance, and shares our commitment in making a positive impact through your work. Farnsworth Group is seeking an Industrial/Semiconductor Mechanical Designer- Entry Level in our Phoenix, AZ, Austin, TX, Greenwood Village, CO (Denver Tech Center), or Colorado Springs, CO offices. In this role, you will assume multi-project responsibilities for HVAC, fire protection and specialty piping system drafting and design. Projects will be in advanced manufacturing and technology markets. Job Activities: • Multi-project responsibilities for plumbing and HVAC system engineering and design. • Assist in preparing accurate HVAC and specialty piping system construction drawings and specifications. • Assist in preparing preliminary schematics and final designs, calculations, equipment selection and layout. • Interface with other disciplines, clients, and contractors. • This role is one that can be entrepreneurial and is intended to grow into more responsibility via mentoring from more experienced engineers and is supported by a great team of engineers and drafters. • Role reports to an engineering manager, who will also provide mentoring and training opportunities to help you grow. Specific Requirements: • Minimum of Associates Degree in Engineering Technology or related field. • 0-5 years of experience in HVAC/Mechanical systems design. • Proficiency with Revit MEP and AutoCAD. • Experience in the semiconductor/clean room industries would be a plus. • Strong team player in a multi-disciplinary environment, willing to take on more responsibility over time. • Excellent oral and written communications skills. • Ability to contribute to several projects simultaneously. About Farnsworth Group Farnsworth Group is an award winning, employee-owned engineering, architecture, and surveying firm with more than 500 employees located in nearly 30 offices nationwide. We are ranked among the nation's top design firms with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world's largest brands. Our success is the direct result of our talented people, unwavering passion, and exceptional performance. Together, we collaborate with clients to define what matters most to them and strive to move them forward with proven solutions. We do this by focusing on our mission that centers on championing our clients' successes, advancing our communities, and embracing the challenges of a changing world. A Great Place to Work Certified For nine consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the esteemed certification as a Great Place to Work; our employees are the reason why! Annually, our staff engages in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization that delves into employee perceptions about credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. Those results are benchmarked against the nation's leading companies, and only those top performers gain the Great Place to Work certification. The invaluable insights from the survey have played a pivotal role in further shaping our work environment and fostering a culture to make Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work. Featured benefits and perks include: • 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5% • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts • Short & Long-Term Disability • Maternity and Paternity Leave • Professional Development and Training • Mentoring Program • Paid Time Off • Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements • Pet Insurance Plan • Hybrid Work Program Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are an important aspect in the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the culture and success of the Company. Statement on Diversity and Inclusion: Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us...and let's make a difference, together. For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the "Apply for this Position" tab below. Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer. #LI-Onsite
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