Category: Engineering & Manufacturing

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Work Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $93,000 - $107,000

Salary: $93,000 - $107,000

Work Model: On-Site

Reference #: 46300

Seeking an experienced Licensed Mechanical Engineer to support the planning, design, and delivery of complex utility and building systems projects across institutional, healthcare, commercial, and other facility types. This role works closely with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams to develop mechanical solutions, create construction documentation, and provide technical support throughout project execution. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a variety of facility infrastructure and central utility system projects from initial design through construction. Apply now!

Work Model:

  • On-Site

What You Will Do:

  • Design and engineer utility systems including steam, chilled water, hot water, compressed air, and related infrastructure
  • Develop mechanical system designs for facility projects, including HVAC, plumbing, and associated building systems
  • Prepare construction documents and engineering drawings using Revit and 3D modeling tools
  • Coordinate designs with electrical, structural, civil, architectural, and other project stakeholders
  • Support projects through multiple phases, from planning and design to construction administration activities
  • Perform site visits for field investigations, measurements, data gathering, and existing condition assessments
  • Review construction progress and provide technical observations during project execution
  • Manage priorities, schedules, and project deliverables while maintaining engineering quality standards

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience designing utility systems such as steam, chilled water, hot water, or compressed air systems
  • Proficiency with Revit or comparable 3D building design software
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams and manage workload priorities

Benefits Overview:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k match
  • PTO, paid holidays, parental leave
  • Tuition assistance & professional development
  • Profit sharing
  • Voluntary insurance options
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Jordan Dougherty at (515) 225-7000 or email jdougherty@thepalmergroup.com.

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About Palmer Group

At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.

As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.

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