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Mechanical Engineer (15+ years)

CompanyCoffman Engineers, Inc.
LocationAustin
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 27, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include the design of HVAC and plumbing systems, managing and designing multiple concurrent projects, and leading design team efforts. The role also involves developing fee and qualification-based proposals and ensuring designs conform to all applicable codes and client standards.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
820
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The right team is more than an advantage. It's a game-changer. At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub-consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have offices throughout the United States – serving clients locally as well as overseas. To meet client needs and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, process piping, instrumentation and controls, corrosion control engineering, project management, commissioning, and land survey services. This ability and our culture has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.
About the Role

Company Description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.

To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.

Job Description

Coffman Engineers is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with at least fifteen years of experience. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated team player looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity within a dynamic and progressive firm. The successful individual will work closely with our business development team and other discipline leads in developing technical proposals and will take a proactive role in marketing/business development. This role provides the opportunity to help build and mentor a dedicated team of engineering professionals within a collaborative multidiscipline office. This candidate will be working directly with clients providing consulting services.

The ideal candidate will have experience in providing engineering for a variety of projects involving HVAC systems, plumbing systems, and coordinating multifaceted projects. We are seeking innovative, results-oriented individuals who value high standards of performance and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform the following functions:
    • Design of HVAC and plumbing systems
    • Manage and design multiple concurrent projects
    • Strong ability to interpret technical drawings
    • Lead design team efforts
    • Manage project team for budget and schedule control
    • Develop fee and qualification-based proposals
  • Familiarity with relevant codes: mechanical, energy, plumbing and ensure design conforms with all applicable codes and client standards
  • Reading and preparing project drawings including ductwork plans, piping plans, sections, isometric piping drawings, and bills of materials.
  • Perform HVAC calculations and analysis using standard industry programs
  • Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
  • Possess strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical abilities.
  • Maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint software preferred. Must understand database concepts. Working knowledge of marketing databases and proposal resources files.
  • Positive contributor to overall office and department goals, culture, and morale.
  • Ability to travel.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.S) in Mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mechanical Engineering (required)
  • A minimum of 15 years of experience
  • Experience with Load Calculation Software
  • Experience with AutoCAD and Revit
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Project Management experience and/or certifications
  • Desire to lead inter-disciplinary projects and project teams
  • Experience with energy modeling is a plus
  • Local AHJ experience and relationships is a plus
  • Active local industry involvement is a plus

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Additional Information

Why You Want to Work Here

You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different – our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture isn’t the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.

Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and a fun environment with family-friendly policies. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth.

Don't take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:

http://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Coffman-Engineers-Reviews-E409809.htm

Coffman at a Glance:

  • 47 years in business 
  • 850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locations
  • Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
  • 70+ employees in 9 offices, providing Fire Protection services since 2014
  • #34 Top 80 Engineering Firms, Building Design + Construction, 2022
  • #29 Zweig Group Hot Firm List, Zweig Group, 2021
  • #161 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023

Applying

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This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.  

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  • Department: Mechanical
  • Office: Austin, TX
  • Key Skills
    HVAC SystemsPlumbing SystemsTechnical Drawings InterpretationDesign Team LeadershipProject ManagementBudget ControlSchedule ControlProposal DevelopmentCode ComplianceDuctwork PlansPiping PlansBills of MaterialsHVAC CalculationsCritical ThinkingOrganizational AbilitiesAnalytical Abilities
    Categories
    EngineeringConsulting
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