Mechanical Engineer II

Department: Design

Location: New York City

Compensation: $100,256 – $110,000 • Offers Bonus

Employment Type: FullTime

At Smith Engineering, our vision is to create a sustainable future by improving operations and increasing efficiency in critical facilities. For more than a dozen years, we have been a leader in central plant design and optimization, building a reputation for discovering and solving facility mysteries, and improving central plant operations. By uniting expertise in design, energy, controls, and workforce development, we empower industry-leading clients to meet their operational and sustainability goals.

Position Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer II is responsible for designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems, components, and products. This intermediate-level role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams, under moderate supervision. The engineer will contribute to projects from concept through production, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Design & Development:

• Create and refine mechanical designs using CAD software.

• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation.

• HVAC System design

Project Execution:

• Collaborate with electrical, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure integrated solutions.

• Manage tasks within project timelines and budgets.

• Construction administration and project management.

• Provides project status updates

• Prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.

Compliance & Standards:

• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, safety standards, regulatory requirements, and Smith Engineering standards.

• Maintain adherence to internal quality and documentation processes.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and performance optimization.

• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in mechanical engineering.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of mechanical engineering experience during which you gained experience working with HVAC projects including central plants

Required Skills:

• CAD software (AutoCAD).

• Microsoft365 Suite