Mechanical Engineer

Kimley-Horn • Portland, OR • 4h ago

Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join the Portland, Oregon (OR) office! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze and produce deliverables for our clients.

Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients' requirements for the future built environment.

Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn's and our client's practices, procedures, and standards.

Perform general mechanical engineering tasks supporting various project tasks as required, such as dry-mechanical, wet-mechanical, plumbing/process systems. Tasks could include developing floor plans, flow diagrams, schedules, details and calculations such as pump head calculations, pipe sizing and distribution, and selection of equipment, etc.

Support our collaboration of multi-discipline Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing/process piping, Instrumentation & Controls, Telecom/Technology team specifically working on large scale Building Systems engineering designs.

Project @type will vary but may include Advanced Technology, Industrial, Micro-electronics, Mission Critical, Hospitals, Central Utility Plants and more

Manage and deliver tasks under minimal supervision and guidance

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of engineers and designers on a variety of projects

You will flourish on both building meaningful internal and external professional relationships

Qualifications

4+ years of related experience

Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (or ability to obtain within 12 months)

Proven design experience with comfort and HVAC systems and related controls

Proven design experience with plumbing systems including water, sewer, and gas

Experience mentoring and coordinating the work of EITs, designers, and other technical staff on various mechanical or multi-discipline projects

Able to manage and deliver tasks under minimal supervision and guidance

Strong verbal and written communication skills and critical thinking ability

Ability to work individually or in a multi-discipline team

Salary Range: $105,000 - $150,000

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it- that's why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.

Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.

Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.

Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

Share this job with a friend (https://careers-kimley-horn.icims.com/jobs/24620/mechanical-engineer/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in_iframe=1&hashed=-1834442239)

Share on social media

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 3 days of being posted.

PleaseCLICK HERE (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/benefits/at-a-glance/) to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role.

If you require an accommodation, pleaseCLICK HERE. (https://www.kimley-horn.com/careers/accommodation-request/)

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Posted Date 10 hours ago (6/26/2026 2:28 PM)

ID 2026-24620

Education Bachelor's Degree

Discipline/Focus Mechanical

Similar Jobs

Controls Engineer

Warn Industries • Clackamas, OR • 4h ago

IT & Engineering

Regular Full-Time Professional Clackamas, OR, US Position Title: Controls Engineer Reports To: Supervising Electrician Director of Manufacturing Operations Staff Accountability: None EEO: 2 FLSA: Exempt The Warn Group be...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Process-Mechanical Engineer

Jacobs • Portland, OR • 4h ago

IT & Engineering

We challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you are interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry's best and most innovative engineerin...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Engineer III, Manufacturing & Electrical

ThermoFisher Scientific • Hillsboro, OR • 13h ago

IT & Engineering

Work Schedule First Shift (Days) Environmental Conditions Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Office Job Description As part of the Thermo Fi...

13h ago

Go to Apply

Information Technology Undergraduate Intern

Intel • Hillsboro, OR • 20h ago

IT & Engineering

Job Details: Job Description: The Role and Impact This is an exciting opportunity to join Intel as an Information Technology Undergraduate Intern, where you will contribute directly to the development, maintenance, and o...

20h ago

Go to Apply

Computed Radiographic NDT Level I Technician (2nd Shift)

Element Materials Technology • Hillsboro, OR • 1d ago

IT & Engineering

Overview Element has an opportunity for a Computed Radiography Level I Technician (2nd Shift) . The NDT Computed Radiography Level I Trainee assists in performing basic radiographic inspection duties under the direct sup...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Algorithm Developer IV (E4)

Applied Materials • Portland, OR • 2d ago

IT & Engineering

Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help...

2d ago

Go to Apply

AI Security Engineering Intern

Intel • Hillsboro, OR • 2d ago

IT & Engineering

Job Details: Job Description: The Role Join a team working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and security. As an AI Security Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience exploring how AI can be used...

2d ago

Go to Apply

DataOS Data Engineer

HP Inc. • Vancouver, WA • 2d ago

IT & Engineering

DataOS Data Engineer collaborating on cutting edge advances in scalable solutions for data ingestion, manipulation and end to end integration of data building blocks to support business driven data products. Applies deve...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Electrical Engineer - Substation

Actalent • Vancouver, WA • 2d ago

IT & Engineering

Actalent is currently seeking a qualified Substation Electrical Engineer for a position in Vancouver, WA. This Electrical Engineer (Substation Design Engineer) is located within the Project Substation Scoping (TEEL) orga...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Electrical Drafter

Actalent • Portland, OR • 2d ago

IT & Engineering

Job Title: Electrical DrafterJob Description The primary function of this role is to create and modify drawings and models using REVIT software, contributing to the electrical drafting efforts within various projects. Re...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)