Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Post Date

Jun 25, 2026

Location

USAF Academy,
Colorado

ZIP/Postal Code

80840
US
Aug 26, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Mechanical Engineering

Req #

SAT-2de0fde1-9c19-4346-82bc-931b297b4837

Pay Rate

$58 - $72 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

In the role of Senior Mechanical Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Be the subject matter expert for mechanical engineering; responsibilities include the design and technical review of mechanical systems including, but not limited to: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Controls; Plumbing; Fire Suppression; Natural Gas Distribution; Compression Air, and Material Handling / Specialty Equipment such as cranes, elevators, and diesel prime movers for power generation.
• Perform HVAC designs for projects such as single or multi-storied barracks; academic complexes; aircraft flight control or simulation facilities; administrative, dining and multi-purpose centers; medical complexes; schools, child development centers; chapels; industrial, manufacturing, and special process facilities; warehouse and storage buildings; machine shops; vehicle, weapons, and fuel cell repair shops; recreation and resource operations buildings; commissaries; refrigeration and cold storage buildings; aircraft corrosion control and paint stripping facilities.
• Participate in design and production meetings with regard to electrical systems
• Assume the electrical lead on many projects
• Interact with other agency designers, project managers and top agency officials to resolve conflicts in criteria, develop design and contracting strategies which results in advertising, contract award and construction and/or renovation of mission essential facilities.
• Produces complete contract packages including, but not limited to independent government estimates, drawings and specifications; manage projects from the design phase through completion of construction/renovation
• In conjunction with construction management section, assist in coordinating all phases of engineering, construction, and inspection; resolving field problems through interpretation of contract documents and amendments; reviewing and approving shop drawings; approving invoices for payment; recommending actions to be taken to maintain projects on schedule and within budget.
• Analyze mechanical system design calculations/procedures
• Perform Life Cycle Cost Analysis to select the most cost effective building envelop and mechanical systems
• Reviews designs completed internally or by a third party A/E firm
• Calculate HVAC building loads using Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, or other building loads calculation programs designed for HVAC and energy simulation

Perform other duties as needed

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- A minimum of 10 years in mechanical system design of commercial or institutional buildings
- 2 years of experience working on DoD projects
- Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Prior Air Force Civil Engineering Squadron experience preferred
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience with HVAC building load software like Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, or other building loads calculation programs designed for HVAC and energy simulation

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.