Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Ft. Lauderdale. The position involves supporting a variety of government projects, including pump stations, treatment plants, and the plumbing, HVAC, and piping for municipal buildings.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expertise in the design and production of mechanical process piping, plumbing, and HVAC systems for Water/Wastewater facilities using recognized industry standards and specifications.
• Perform system calculations and studies for piping, plumbing, and HVAC systems, including layout, sizing, and head loss, using analytical software.
• Mentor and develop junior staff.
• Oversee site investigations and inspections and provide project suggestions to ensure standards and requirements are met.
• Ensure the accuracy and QA/QC of technical documents such as drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Communicate directly with clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and designers.
• Attend project meetings and present specific aspects of engineering assignments/projects.
• Seek out new clients and projects to pursue and assist with marketing efforts.

Essential Skills:

• Mechanical Engineering
• HVAC
• Plumbing
• Piping
• Design
• AutoCAD

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• PE License in the State of Florida a plus
• Minimum 4 years of HVAC, plumbing, and piping system design experience on large industrial or similar facilities.
• Working knowledge of standards and codes pertaining to mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment:

The work environment is casual and informal, promoting a culture that hires great people and gives them the freedom to complete their tasks while providing necessary support. There is flexibility with hours for production positions. The company operates in a full-time office setting, performing design and engineering work. The Ft. Lauderdale office consists of six employees, with opportunities to work on high-profile projects and contribute to the growth of South Florida operations.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.08/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 Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 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. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.