Senior Professional Engineer – Mechanical

TKDA

Senior Professional Mechanical Engineer at TKDA leading the mechanical design of HVAC and plumbing systems across the Midwest. Collaborating with teams to deliver integrated solutions in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeBloomington • Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $115,000 - $167,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the mechanical design of complex HVAC, plumbing, and industrial systems
Focus on Process and Power, Industrial Manufacturing, Agriculture, Food & Beverage, and HVAC systems
Contribute across the full project lifecycle, supporting projects from concept through construction
Collaborate closely with engineers and architects to deliver integrated solutions for clients
Mentor junior staff and support business development through TKDA’s Seller-Doer model

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering.
Twelve to twenty-five years of progressive experience with an emphasis on the design of mechanical facility systems, including HVAC, industrial ventilation, and process-related systems for commercial and/or industrial facilities.
Experience with piping and plumbing design.
Professional Engineer (PE) license (Minnesota or ability to obtain).
Demonstrated working knowledge of the project development process, including coordination with other disciplines during design and construction.
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop less experienced professionals with an emphasis on technical standards, quality control, and best practices.
Prior experience providing and leading Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) reviews.
Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record and flexibility to travel up to 10% for meetings, site visits, and construction support; occasional overnight travel required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

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Hard Skills & Tools

mechanical designHVAC systemsplumbing designindustrial ventilationprocess-related systemspiping designQuality AssuranceQuality Controlproject development processtechnical standards

Soft Skills

mentoringcoachingbusiness developmentcollaborationcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) license