If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. ABOUT THE ROLE You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of a licensed engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial and science and technology. HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL DO • Perform designs of ductwork, piping, equipment selection for HVAC systems for building design, independently for smaller/less technical projects; under the supervision of a professional engineer for complex projects. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs. • Calculate heating and cooling loads, layout and design ductwork and piping using energy modeling software. • Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems. • Edit specifications relating to existing or new projects. • Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units. • Review shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents. • Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team by attending Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings in conjunction with project budget. • May independently research as need arises and respond to emergent issues. • Assists in gathering information to respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents. • Perform job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site. • May direct activities of staff with less experience. • Perform other duties as assigned. HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required. Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred. • Minimum of 4 years of related experience required. • EIT/FE in the United States preferred. • LEED accreditation preferred. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Able to effectively handle multiple projects. • Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required. The salary range for this position to be filled in the Rochester, MN is $67,346 to $79,230 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. ABOUT OUR FIRM CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day. ABOUT WORKING HERE • We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about. • We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives. • We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you. Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying. As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct. CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.
See More Details >>If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. ABOUT THE ROLE You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of a licensed engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial and science and technology. HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO • Perform and direct design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems independently on assigned projects. Complex projects could be under the supervision of a professional engineer. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs. • May supervise or provide project management direction within the mechanical discipline to include the monitoring of project progresses and project budget. • Calculate heating, cooling loads, layout, design ductwork, and piping using energy modeling software. • Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems. • Edit specifications relating to existing or new projects. • Independently research as need arises and respond to emergent issues. • Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units. • Review shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents. • Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team, attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget. • Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents. • Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Attend and participate in construction meetings. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site. • Coordinates work activities on specific projects with several persons with various levels of capability; participates in business development and marketing activities. • Perform other duties as assigned. HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED • Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required. Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred. • Minimum of 6 years of related experience required. • Current PE in the United States preferred. • LEED accreditation preferred. • Must possess a working knowledge and experience, while still acquiring higher level knowledge. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Able to effectively handle multiple projects. • Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required. The salary range for this position to be filled in the Rochester, MN is $80,200 to $100,200 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. ABOUT OUR FIRM CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day. ABOUT WORKING HERE • We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about. • We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives. • We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you. Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying. As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct. CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.
See More Details >>Mid-level Mechanical Engineer - Rochester, MN (hybrid) Job Summary: The Mid-level Mechanical Engineer serves to work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment. The position responsibilities primarily are focused on the design of mechanical systems for new facilities, additions, and renovation projects. This will require providing technical leadership for the creation of construction drawings and specifications, existing system studies and master planning efforts. Qualified candidates will meet with clients, project teams, code officials, contractors, and others to address mechanical issues to develop effective working relationships. The project clientele includes K-12 Education, Higher Education, Commercial, Health Care, Science and Technology, municipal and institutional Facilities. This role is perfect for someone interested in mentoring our junior staff and move into Senior leadership! In this role, you will: • Develop HVAC system designs of a given project based on scope of work and/or client RFPs. • Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems for a variety of market types. • Perform Load/Energy calculations with software such as Trace 700, IES and similar programs. • Develop reports/studies. • Write/edit project specifications. • Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies. • Conduct existing building and documentation of existing HVAC systems. • Provide construction administration services. • We use Revit, but if you don't have experience, we will train you! You will be a great fit if: • You have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering • You possess EIT • You have 4+ years hands-on building design experience • You have knowledge in the design of HVAC systems • You have knowledge and understanding of codes, standards, and design guidelines Skills/abilities: • Excellent work ethic and attitude • Good communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance and prioritize work • Ability to lead a team and work as a team • Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office • Ability to travel Location: Rochester, MN – Hybrid Travel: Less than 10% Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000, based on experience Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000K About Us: 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 of 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. Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Salas 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/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law. #LI-Hybrid Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Rochester, MN, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 2652 mechanical trade professionals in Rochester, with wages averaging $488.55 per week. The trade offers robust growth potential, with a projected 11% increase in employment from 2023 to 2033. Aspiring mechanical trade professionals can find apprenticeship opportunities through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $569.36 per week for experienced professionals.
