Plumbing - Mechanical Engineer

Position Description

Cushing Terrell is seeking an experienced Plumbing Mechanical Engineer to join our growing consulting team in Billings, Montana. This is a senior-level role within a multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm, focused on the design and delivery of plumbing and HVAC systems for complex built environment projects.

If you are a consulting engineer with deep expertise in plumbing systems design — domestic water, waste, vent, and mechanical HVAC and you want to design meaningful built environment projects, we want to hear from you.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 to $115,000 annually.

Required Qualifications**

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
• Minimum 7 years of experience in consulting plumbing and HVAC engineering within the built environment
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana, or the ability to obtain licensure — strongly preferred
• Proven ability to design complex plumbing systems including domestic hot and cold water, sanitary waste, and vent systems to a high standard of quality
• Proficiency in HVAC systems design including VAV, DOAS, VRF, data room cooling, packaged rooftop, chilled water cooling, and hydronic heating systems
• Advanced knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation calculations, hydronic pipe sizing, pump selection, duct sizing, and fan selection
• Strong command of mechanical building codes and their application in commercial and institutional built environment projects
• Advanced understanding of digital temperature control systems, control strategies, sequences of operation, and control drawings
• Proficiency in writing mechanical specifications for consulting engineering projects
• Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of engineers and drafters to produce high-quality construction documents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver a high level of client service

If you meet most of the qualifications above and are confident you can do this work, we encourage you to apply. Plumbing and mechanical engineering experience in a built environment consulting or A/E firm setting is the most important factor — not checking every box.

Position Responsibilities***

• Develop plumbing and mechanical HVAC design concepts independently or in collaboration with a multidisciplinary A/E team
• Consult directly with clients to define project needs, goals, and budget parameters, and translate those into engineered systems solutions
• Conduct site assessments and building evaluations to produce engineering reports and recommendations for improvement of existing plumbing and mechanical systems
• Identify energy conservation opportunities, quantify potential savings, and estimate construction costs for recommended measures
• Act as Engineer in Responsible Charge — making technical decisions, reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents for plumbing and mechanical scopes
• Provide quality control reviews of plumbing and mechanical designs across the team and deliver constructive, actionable feedback
• Maintain proficiency in relevant software including Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam, and HVAC/plumbing engineering design tools
• Contribute to the growth of Cushing Terrell's integrated A/E consulting practice and the depth of expertise within our mechanical team

Working at Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team — from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging — placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, "design meets you."

Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole.

We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide for more information.

Things to Note

*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.