Mechanical Engineer

OakwellBoston, MA

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Oakwell is an infrastructure and resource efficiency firm for health systems and higher education. We are a group of engineers, data scientists, financiers, sustainability and real estate experts delivering high-ROI infrastructure projects for health systems across the United States.Being an Oakwell engineer means being an owner's engineer and their trusted partner. Our engineers take pride in their professional autonomy and combine technical leadership with strategic influence to shape major infrastructure initiatives from concept to completion.$670M+ saved across 150+ projects — and counting. That efficiency is on track to expand access to healthcare and education for 1,000,000 people. We are looking for partners to help us get there. Multiple remote opportunities available.What you'll drive You will work alongside senior Oakwell engineers and health-system clients to conceptualize and implement 10-year sustainability and decarbonization plans — cutting energy consumption, carbon, and cost; renewing infrastructure and driving electrification; aligning sustainability with the client's real estate master plan; and creating sustainable MEP construction standards.This is a remote position with a preference for candidates located near our Boston, MA headquartersWhat you'll do:

Audit, benchmark, and document existing facilities and MEP systems — evaluating energy use and carbon against comparable sites, reviewing condition drawings, and gathering plant-operations insight from facility staff.
Retro-commission existing mechanical systems: central plant, air handling, terminal equipment, and energy management systems.
Develop multi-phase, ROI-driven ECMs (Energy Conservation Measures), estimating savings with our custom energy-modeling software.
Produce clear reports on facility conditions, recommendations, cost savings, and ROI — and present findings directly to clients.
Complete utility technical-assistance studies to secure efficiency incentives.
Prepare scope narratives, EMS points lists and sequences of operations, and scaled drawings and specifications for contractor pricing and installation.
Lead construction meetings and commission new systems and controls through implementation.
Help build Oakwell's sustainable MEP standards — and the AI and machine-learning tools that make our analysis faster.

What you'll bring:

Must have: Bachelor's in Engineering (any field); 5–7 years of experience; a Professional Engineering license or active progress toward one; availability to travel as needed (~20%); competency with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
Nice to have: Client-facing experience; proficiency in Autodesk Revit and eQUEST; interest in building AI/ML tools that streamline engineering workflows.

Meet most of these and excited by the mission? Apply even if you don't check every box.What makes you a great Oakwell teammate?

You take ownership and demonstrate agency to drive projects forward.
Working collaboratively in a team is second nature to you.
You thrive in ambiguity and changing priorities while delivering with consistency.

Benefits & PerksMedical, Dental & Vision · Company-paid life and short/long-term disability insurance · HSA + medical and dependent-care FSAs · Voluntary accident & critical-illness coverage · 401(k) with company match · Paid company holidays and PTO · Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Location & CompensationRemote, with travel to client sites as needed (~20%). Headquartered in Boston, MA· Competitive Compensation+ Benefits.Send your resume and a short note on what draws you to Oakwell to hr@oakwellteam.com.Oakwell is an E-Verify and equal-opportunity employer.

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FAQs About Mechanical Engineer Jobs at Oakwell

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This job at Oakwell is located in Boston, MA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Oakwell?

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What employment applies to this position at Oakwell?

Oakwell lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Oakwell?

Oakwell is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

Does Oakwell allow remote work for this role?

Yes, this position at Oakwell supports remote work, giving candidates the flexibility to work outside the primary office location.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by Oakwell for this role?

Oakwell offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Family/Dependent Health, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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