{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ee8e2da77aa7c068b96cab54","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ee8e2da77aa7c068b96cab54","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ee8e2da77aa7c068b96cab54","title":"Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems","description":"Description\n\nMechanical Engineer – Building Systems\nLocation: Champaign, IL\n\nAt Clark Dietz, we're more than an engineering firm. We're employee-owners committed to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve. As an ENR Top 500 design firm with offices across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin, we provide transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical, and construction engineering services that make a lasting impact.\n\nWe currently have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Champaign, IL . The ME Team serves public sector clients with planning, design, and construction services for architectural (building systems) and municipal infrastructure projects (water & wastewater). Projects include the design of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection & security systems for public facilities including residence halls, offices, police & fire stations, and water & wastewater treatment plants.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nExecutes planning and design tasks including computations, analysis and modeling for facility rehabilitations and water/wastewater infrastructure projects.\n\nApplies engineering principles, applicable standards (ASHRAE, NFP, Etc.) and building and industrial codes to develop and evaluate solutions.\n\nPerforms assessment and specification of mechanical equipment for public facilities, utilities and industrial applications.\n\nOversees or creates drawings, plan sheets and models following the company’s design standards and utilizing the designated CAD or modeling software.\n\nAssists with the preparation of technical reports, plans, specifications, and supporting documents.\n\nProvides guidance to less experienced staff and assists with their development through project task assignments and regular feedback.\n\nPerforms QA/QC at various project/submittal stages.\n\nRequirements\n\nB.S. degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering (M emphasis). IL PE is required.\n\n8+ years of experience with assessment, design and layout of building mechanical and control systems (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection)\n\nExperience with interpreting and developing complex architectural drawings and 3D models and performing calculations to support design decisions.\n\nExperience with MS Office, Revit, Trane Load/Trace or Carrier/Hap are required, or similar modeling tools are required.\n\nAbility to work independently and collaborate with other staff across offices and other disciplines to complete projects on time and within budget.\n\nStrong verbal and written communication skills with ability to draft reports and present ideas in a logical, grammatically correct manner.\n\nA valid driver’s license to visit project sites and attend meetings is required.\n\nCompensation & Benefits\n\nStarting salary range: $101,088 – $110,240 + hiring bonus + annual bonus.\n\nComprehensive benefits package plus 401(k) & ESOP with unlimited company match.\n\nFlexible hybrid schedule with work-from-home options.\n\nSupport for licensure, education, and career development.\n\nOpportunity for ownership in a thriving, employee-centric firm.\n\nEngineering Quality of Life Starts Here\nIt’s more than our tagline - It's something we strive to create not only for the communities we serve but also for our employee-owners who make it a reality.\n\nYou’ll help shape the places people rely on every day\n- The roads we drive, the bridges we cross, the water we drink, and the public facilities we use. Our work improves everyday life because we're designing infrastructure our own communities depend on.\n\nYou’ll keep learning and innovating\nThrough mentoring, Communities of Practice, collaboration, and hands‑on project experience. No matter your role or experience level, you'll be encouraged to share ideas, learn new technologies, and innovate to solve challenges.\n\nYou’ll build more than a career\nAs a 100% employee-owned company, we share knowledge and profits; celebrate each other's wins, and lead with empathy. You'll grow professionally, build meaningful relationships, and work with people who want you to succeed.\n\nWe think you'll fit right in.\n\nTo learn more about us and how we are Engineering Quality of Life visit Clark Dietz\n\nClark Dietz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Socket","rawCompany":"socket","city":"Champaign","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-09T04:00:59.038Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"236220","title":"Commercial and Institutional Building Construction","slug":"commercial-and-institutional-building-construction"},{"code":"541310","title":"Architectural Services","slug":"architectural-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems","description":"Description\n\nMechanical Engineer – Building Systems\nLocation: Champaign, IL\n\nAt Clark Dietz, we're more than an engineering firm. 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