CRB

life sciences and food and beverage

MechanicalEngineerIII

St. Louis, Missouri, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Mechanical Engineer III at CRB. Skills: mechanical system design, HVAC design, mechanical utility systems design. Design HVAC and mechanical utility systems for new construction, renovations, and process-driven environments. Perform engineering calculations, including heating/cooling loads, energy modeling, and system sizing”

What You'll Achieve.

deliver high-quality, coordinated solutions

Industry & Context.

life sciences and food and beverage

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering (ABET-accredited), 5+ years of professional experience in mechanical system design (AEC environment preferred), Professional Engineer (PE) license, Experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems for commercial or industrial facilities, understanding of engineering fundamentals, codes, and industry standards

Nice to Have

Experience in life sciences, pharmaceutical, biotech, laboratory, or food & beverage facilities, Familiarity with GMP environments or regulated industries, Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM tools, Experience working with contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams, Exposure to sustainable design practices (LEED, WELL, etc.), Experience with plumbing systems and/or field assessments

What You'll Do.

Design HVAC and mechanical utility systems for new construction

and process-driven environments

Perform engineering calculations

including heating/cooling loads

Develop construction documents

Select and specify equipment and ensure designs align with applicable codes and standards

Lead the mechanical scope for small to mid-sized projects or major portions of larger projects

and mechanical budgets for assigned work

Contribute to all phases of design

Participate in site visits

and construction support activities (RFIs

Ensure designs are practical

and aligned with project goals

Lead quality checks and ensure deliverables meet CRB standards

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to deliver coordinated designs; working alongside a multidisciplinary team; Experience working with contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams

Process & Methodology

Project Ownership, Manage deadlines, deliverables, and mechanical budgets for assigned work

Full Job Description

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution. As a Mechanical Engineer III, you’ll play a key role in designing mechanical systems for complex facilities while also taking ownership of project scope and mentoring junior team members. This is a great opportunity for an engineer who wants to grow into leadership while staying hands-on with design. You’ll contribute across the full project lifecycle—from early concept through construction—working alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, coordinated solutions. Core Responsibilities Design & Engineering * Design HVAC and mechanical utility systems for new construction, renovations, and process-driven environments * Perform engineering calculations, including heating/cooling loads, energy modeling, and system sizing * Develop construction documents, including drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and system layouts * Select and specify equipment and ensure designs align with applicable codes and standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, etc.) Project Ownership * Lead the mechanical scope for small to mid-sized projects or major portions of larger projects * Manage deadlines, deliverables, and mechanical budgets for assigned work * Contribute to all phases of design, including conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction Collaboration & Coordination * Partner closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients to deliver coordinated designs * Participate in site visits, field surveys, and construction support activities (RFIs, submittals, punch list

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