Mechanical Engineer

14 hours ago

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Guidon Design Full time


Company Overview:

Guidon Design is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. We are a leader in sustainable Architecture+Engineering. As multidisciplinary designers, we collaborate to develop creative, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions that help meet our clients' goals.  Our services include Architecture, Interior Design, Sustainability Consulting & Designing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Plumbing Design. Project types include healthcare, government, housing, federal and education facilities. We elevate our communities through the design and development of our projects. Our reputation for design excellence is created by our ability to solve complex challenges with clear solutions, while being responsive to how the space will impact people and their communities. We exist to improve lives and empower people

Throughout your time with Guidon, you will be provided with the opportunity for hands-on experience in your area of study. In our dynamic, energetic, and fast-paced office environment, you will work right alongside our company leaders to gain valuable knowledge on complex, meaningful, and impactful projects.

Job Purpose:
As a Mechanical Engineer at Guidon, you will design, analyze, and coordinate mechanical systems that deliver safe, efficient, and high-performing buildings across healthcare, government, education, and institutional projects. You will work closely with Project Managers, senior engineers, and architects to ensure technically excellent, code-compliant solutions, while supporting project delivery from concept through construction.
 
This role blends hands-on technical work, collaborative project leadership, and professional growth. You will contribute to developing team capabilities, mentor junior staff, participate in client meetings and design reviews, and take on increasing responsibility in projects. Your work will directly impact the team's reputation, project success, and your own pathway toward senior engineering or leadership roles within Guidon.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution
  • Minimum of 5 years of HVAC design experience, ideally within professional services firms.
  • Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain within 1–2 years.
  • Experience in healthcare, government, education, or institutional projects is a plus.
  • Experience with Veteran Affairs (VA) projects is a plus


Skills/Qualities:
  • Ability to work autonomously through project completion with minimal oversight.  
  • Strong experience creating construction documents for HVAC and ductwork/piping systems.
  • Experience with creating construction documents for plumbing and medical gas is preferred but not required.
  • Proactive, assertive, and solution-oriented in problem-solving.
  • Ability to manage multiple project assignments simultaneously.
  • Strong written and oral communication, teamwork, and client relationship skills.
  • Energy modeling knowledge a plus.
  • Mentorship and technical guidance for junior staff.
  • Strong work ethic and drive to exceed project and discipline expectations.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop high-quality mechanical construction documents for HVAC, plumbing, medical gas, and ductwork/piping systems, ensuring code compliance and technical excellence.
  • Support project teams across multiple disciplines, including coordination with architects, structural engineers, and other engineers to deliver integrated, high-performing design solutions.
  • Assist Project Managers in project planning, resource allocation, and schedule management, providing technical insight to inform decisions.
  • Participate in client meetings and design reviews, contributing technical recommendations, problem-solving solutions, and professional expertise to guide project outcomes.
  • Conduct site visits and construction administration to verify design implementation and quality standards.
  • Prepare system narratives, Basis of Design documents, and specifications
  • Mentor and coach junior staff, sharing knowledge, reviewing work, and helping develop their technical skills and professional growth.
  • Contribute to internal process improvements, QA/QC protocols, and standard templates to increase efficiency, consistency, and design quality across projects.
  • Explore innovative mechanical solutions, energy efficiency strategies, and sustainable systems to enhance project outcomes and expand the firm's technical capabilities.
  • Engage in professional development, including participation in professional organizations, conferences, and internal training initiatives, to strengthen both personal expertise and the team's overall capabilities.
Software:
  • Revit (5+ years experience preferred)
  • AutoCAD (basic proficiency)
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Trane Trace 3D/700 or Carrier HAP (preferred)

 
Evaluation Metrics:

Guidon has established four Core Behaviors that all Team Members are expected to uphold. These expectations are clearly define and encompass the following areas:
  • Wash the Dishes
    • Do the small stuff. This mantra has guided our behaviors since our inception when literal dishes were the responsibility of everyone in the office. Helping one another permeates all areas of our culture.
  • Follow-Up on Commitments
    • Do what you say. Keeping our word is not only important externally, but internally as well. Commitments are made to ourselves, each other, and our clients. Whether it be in professional development goals, annual firm updates, or project kick-off meetings, following through is all about maintaining a culture of accountability.
  • Solve Problems Proactively
    • Come with solutions. Identifying a problem is crucial but engaging the problem with potential solutions is even better. We tackle issues head on and take ownership – leading the charge toward a resolution.
  • Lead Through Listening
    • Listen first, talk second. This is a guiding principle in how we interact with each other and our clients. It prioritizes empathy and assumes nothing.


Professional Development, Technical Education & Training:
  • Establish annual education and training plans and goals for self.
  • Meet or exceed professional standards of work.
  • Actively pursue personal continuing education.
 

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