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Design Mechanical Engineer - Life Sciences

GBA

Broomfield, COJob$85–105K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$85–105K/yr
Location
Broomfield, CO
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

GBA is seeking a Design Mechanical Engineer for its Life Sciences group in Broomfield, Colorado. The engineer will design mechanical systems for biopharmaceutical and biotech facilities, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to project documentation and construction administration. The role includes managing mechanical scopes across concurrent projects and taking on increasing ownership under senior engineers’ guidance. Relevant biopharmaceutical, biotech, or industrial facility experience is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HVAC DesignUtility SystemsProcess PipingEquipment SelectionCode ComplianceRevitMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelBluebeam RevuCarrier HAPDesign CalculationsAttention to DetailProblem SolvingOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationCross-Disciplinary CoordinationCollaborationMultidisciplinary TeamworkAssignment ManagementDeadline ManagementBudget Management

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering3+ Years Relevant ExperienceEIT CertificationPE LicenseBiopharmaceutical Facility ExperienceBiotech Facility ExperienceIndustrial Facility Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job: Design Mechanical Engineer - Life Sciences Location: Broomfield, CO Build Your Future with GBA GBA, a full-service architectural and engineering firm, is seeking a Design Mechanical Engineer to join our Life Sciences group. We specialize in biopharmaceutical facility design and deliver integrated solutions for leading industry clients. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects from concept through completion in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. As a Design Mechanical Engineer, you will apply your building systems design experience and developing knowledge of regulated facility requirements to produce high-quality mechanical engineering deliverables. You'll work within multidisciplinary project teams, coordinate across disciplines, contribute to design calculations and documentation, and begin to take ownership of project scopes under the guidance of senior engineers. - What You'll DoDesign HVAC, plumbing, and process utility systems for complex biopharma and biotech manufacturing facilities, including cleanroom environments - Develop and coordinate mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations for project deliverables - Prepare design documentation including basis-of-design narratives, equipment schedules, and utility summaries - Coordinate with architects, process engineers, and other disciplines to deliver integrated building solutions that respond to client spatial, functional, and budgetary needs - Perform design calculations and equipment selections under the direction of senior engineers; support review of work by junior team members - Write technical specifications and support compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements - Support construction administration activities including field reviews, RFI responses, and submittal reviews - Manage and coordinate mechanical scope on multiple concurrent projects within defined schedule and budget parameters - Contribute to internal quality processes and mentor entry-level staff - What You BringBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering - 3-5 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in building systems or facility design, with preference for biopharmaceutical, biotech or, industrial facility experience - EIT certification preferred; active PE license preferred or in active pursuit - Working knowledge of HVAC design, utility systems, process piping, equipment selection, and applicable code compliance - Proficiency in Revit preferred, Microsoft word and excel, Bluebeam Revu, Carrier HAP - Solid design calculation skills, attention to detail, and ability to work through complex building systems problems - Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to coordinate effectively across disciplines and with clients - Demonstrated success working in collaborative, multidisciplinary team environments - Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work within budget constraints - TravelThis position requires occasional overnight travel with weekend trips home. Why You'll Love Working Here At GBA, you'll be part of a team that values integrity, safety, and innovation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including: - Competitive salary: $85,000 - $105,000/year - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Life, accident, and disability coverage - 401(k) with company match - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives - Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off - Opportunities for training, professional growth, and advancement Join Our Team If you're a motivated mechanical professional who takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and build your future with GBA. At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.Please Apply at: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjIxNDkxLjg3NjBAZ2JhdGVhbWNvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}

How this job compares

Set against the 7,571 open Mechanical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$85–105K/yr
  • Colorado median$107–160K/yr240 salary ranges
  • US median$105–160K/yr4,512 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $95K, is 31% below the Colorado median midpoint ($137K) — in the lowest quarter of Mechanical Engineer salary ranges in Colorado.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 288 open Mechanical Engineer jobs in Colorado and 7,571 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Colorado
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Mechanical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (6,299 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 5,230 of the 7,571 open Mechanical Engineer jobs (69%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 5, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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