Mechanical Engineer II - IV
Syska Hennessy Group· Engineering & Consulting· Mar 3, 2026 · 8mo agoPosted 238 days ago
San Francisco, CA, Sacramento, CA
In office
Full-time
Senior
$137K–$186K est.
7+ years exp
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Open since March 3, 2026 — 238 days, and still accepting applications.
Job description
Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group! Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group! As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning.
Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting to take your engineering career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation to our flexible work schedule Monday to Thursday in the office for 9 hours and Friday for 4 hours remotely at home and fun social events, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career. We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer II - IV in our San Francisco, CA or Sacramento, CA offices .
Job Responsibilities
As a Mechanical Engineer II- IV you will be responsible for creating basic designs under the direction of senior engineers and/or senior designers, performing equipment selections, and load/energy and pressure drop calculations for a variety of projects and project sizes. Individuals in this position must demonstrate the ability to progress from basic design work assignments to more complicated and involved projects working in conjunction with a technical team.
Additional responsibilities include:
Conducts field inspections to determine existing conditions and to coordinate new work then assists Senior Engineer in preparation of due diligence, feasibility, gap analysis and other technical reports and drawings.
Coordinates with other disciplines and work in close contact with the entire design team
Creates basic designs under the direction of the senior engineer and/or senior designer perform equipment selections, load/energy and pressure drop calculations for a variety of projects and project sizes
Represent Syska Hennessy Group and work in close contact with and effectively interact with the internal design team as well as external clients and consultants (including owners, builders, developers, program managers, architects, vendors, etc.)
Master drawing organization format and company standards
Assists senior engineer and/or senior designer in the on-going determination of project scheduling requirements, manpower requirements, and project budgets.
Assists the senior engineer / senior designer in processing RFI’s, Change Orders, Bulletins, and Addenda
Begins to establish system application, design, and operational parameters / sequences under the direction of the senior engineer and/or senior designer.
Creates basic designs under the direction of the senior engineer and/or senior designer, develop specifications, system narratives and system layouts for a variety of projects and project sizes.
Participates in / Ensure / Oversee QA/QC process for your work and the work of others.
Performs construction administration and field investigation tasks for assigned projects including conducting field inspections and subsequent detailed inspections reports.
Represents Syska Hennessy Group and works in close contact with and effectively interact with the internal design team as well as external clients and consultants (including owners, builders, developers, program managers, architects, vendors, etc.
Job Requirements
Successful candidates for the Mechanical Engineer role should demonstrate strong REVIT, and MEP skills from mark-ups through the production of detailed drawings and have basic knowledge of construction documentation and design phase requirements. Someone with knowledge of trade specific design and calculation software including energy analysis software (CFD or Trane) would be a good fit for this dynamic role.
Additional requirements include:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an Accredited Institution
Minimum of 18 months to 7+ years of relevant experience in the MEP field working with projects such as Aviation, Healthcare, Commercial, and Mission Critical.
Latest version of AutoCAD MEP and REVIT required
Basic understanding of proper system selection
Basic knowledge of applicable codes
FE certification required
Experience in Mission Critical, Science + Technology, Healthcare and interest in Project Management greatly preferred.
Benefits
As an employee with Syska Hennessy Group, you will be part of a global firm with an amazing history! We are committed to being the best, advancing engineering design practice, and to supporting our clients with integrity. To make all of that happen, we rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and total job satisfaction of the great people who work here.
As a member of our highly collaborative team, we provide you with a flexible benefits package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The personal benefits program at Syska Hennessy Group includes:
Robust, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental benefit plans
401(k) plan with a generous employer matching program
Training and professional development courses
Professional development incentive bonuses
Dynamic Employee Resource Groups
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
Transit/parking employer stipend
½ day work from home Fridays all year long
At Syska, we promote an environment that is committed to embedding diversity and equality into the core of our business and culture. We empower our employees so they can take ownership of their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. Syska is a place where you can build an exceptional career and have a lasting impact on the world.
Syska Hennessy Group | Integrating the best minds and technology to help clients create exceptional environments. The salary range listed below is for this particular job posting. Actual pay range for candidates will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, skillsets and competencies and may differ based on the cost of labor in their particular location.
California Pay range $71,684 — $146,792 USD
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