{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"049cc23f4bda530739b4e409","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/049cc23f4bda530739b4e409","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/049cc23f4bda530739b4e409","title":"Associate Mechanical Engineer","description":"ASSOCIATE MECHANICAL ENGINEER\n\nAt Baird, Hampton & Brown, we are building something meaningful: long-term partnerships, strong teams, and creative engineering solutions that make an impact. We’re looking for an Associate Mechanical Engineer to lead the launch and grow our Mechanical presence in San Antonio.\n\nThis is an opportunity to build something from the ground up. Partnering with our established Electrical team, you’ll shape and expand our Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) services across Central Texas: developing a high-performing team, strengthening client relationships, and helping bring BHB’s full MEP capabilities to the region. You’ll work closely with leadership, discipline leads, and our marketing and business development teams to drive strategic growth and deliver projects that matter.\n\nMechanical systems and design will include chilled water systems, steam & hot water boiler systems, VAV systems, industrial process cooling, cooling towers, fume exhaust systems, ground source and water source heat pump systems, AC units and dust collection systems.\n\nWHAT YOU WILL DO\nIn this role, you will serve as both a technical leader and a business builder—establishing and growing BHB’s Mechanical presence in San Antonio while delivering high-quality, profitable work.\n\nEstablish and grow the Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) team in San Antonio by recruiting, mentoring, and developing engineers at all levels. Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.\nDevelop and maintain strong client relationships, positioning BHB as a trusted partner. Partner with leadership and business development to identify opportunities, win work, and expand our presence in Central Texas.\nOversee project execution from concept through construction, ensuring quality, profitability, and client satisfaction. Manage budgets, schedules, and resources while balancing multiple projects and priorities.\nGuide the design of mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, and related infrastructure. Provide direction, review work, and ensure designs are practical, efficient, and aligned with project needs and industry standards.\nWork closely with Electrical, Civil, Structural, and other teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality solutions. Contribute to a unified MEP approach as we expand services in the region.\nProvide oversight during construction, including reviewing documents, responding to RFIs, and ensuring the successful implementation of design intent.\n\nWE REQUIRE\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license. If the license is outside of Texas, we will expect licensure in Texas within six months.\nAt least 6 years of licensed experience designing Mechanical HVAC/Plumbing systems for commercial and industrial projects.\nProficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.\nExcellent interpersonal and communication skills. Connections are a critical part of how we work.\n\nIT HELPS TO HAVE:\nExperience in a consulting firm designing for commercial, education, healthcare, industrial, historical, and hospitality.\nProficiency in HAP, IESVE, Trace, Bluebeam, and vendor specific software.\nActive membership and/or leadership roles in local engineering or industry associations, such as ASHRAE, ASPE, or TSPE. (We sponsor these!)\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\nThis position is primarily sedentary with long periods of sitting, but occasional walking and lifting up to 25 lbs. may occur. Occasionally bending, squatting, and reaching overhead may also occur. Additionally, extensive computer usage is required daily. The position will attend site visits, which may occasionally include exposure to weather, tight spaces, or dusty conditions.\n\nPOSITION TYPE AND SCHEDULE\nThis is a full-time, exempt position, with an expectation of working 40 hours per week. BHB offers flexible scheduling options, including five 8-hour days or four 9-hour days with a half day on Friday morning. While the start and end times of the workday can be adjusted, employees are expected to establish and maintain a consistent schedule which must encompass the core business hours of 9am – 4pm. Although overtime is not required, it is requested at times to meet our clients’ needs.\n\nBENEFITS\nWe believe that taking care of our employees and their families is vital to our success. For several years, BHB has been awarded the titles of \"Best Place for Working Parents\" and Zweig’s \"Best Firms to Work For.\"\nBHB sponsors employee medical, dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability, and basic life insurance, as well as subsidizing a significant family portion.\nBHB also offers:\nVoluntary life and AD&D insurances\nPaid parental & adoption leave after 12 months of employment\nA PTO bank immediately available\n401(k) & Roth matching.\nMany employee and family events throughout the year\nWe believe in lifelong learning, providing many inhouse & external training opportunities including formal & informal mentorship programs. We sponsor multiple professional & industry memberships, licensure, and leadership opportunities. More details regarding benefits will be provided during the interview process.\n\nEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY\nBaird, Hampton & Brown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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We’re looking for an Associate Mechanical Engineer to lead the launch and grow our Mechanical presence in San Antonio.\n\nThis is an opportunity to build something from the ground up. Partnering with our established Electrical team, you’ll shape and expand our Mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) services across Central Texas: developing a high-performing team, strengthening client relationships, and helping bring BHB’s full MEP capabilities to the region. 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For several years, BHB has been awarded the titles of \"Best Place for Working Parents\" and Zweig’s \"Best Firms to Work For.\"\nBHB sponsors employee medical, dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability, and basic life insurance, as well as subsidizing a significant family portion.\nBHB also offers:\nVoluntary life and AD&D insurances\nPaid parental & adoption leave after 12 months of employment\nA PTO bank immediately available\n401(k) & Roth matching.\nMany employee and family events throughout the year\nWe believe in lifelong learning, providing many inhouse & external training opportunities including formal & informal mentorship programs. We sponsor multiple professional & industry memberships, licensure, and leadership opportunities. More details regarding benefits will be provided during the interview process.\n\nEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY\nBaird, Hampton & Brown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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