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Venteon

Junior Material Flow Engineer

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

Support installation activities by coordinating with contractors on-site and escalating issues to senior engineers. * Assist in preparing engineering deliverables including RFQ exhibits, equipment ...

BAE Systems

Engineering Assistant III

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$46K - $75K/yr

The Quality Engineering Assistant will support CAS Air Transport and the manufacturing floor/manufacturing quality engineer with quality issues, customer returns, react to key program metrics ...

Salas O'Brien

Mechanical Engineer

Evansville, IN · On-site

... engineers * Assist the work of other engineers and designers as a design engineer to generate project deliverables * Be an ambassador of the firm to the public * Perform quality audit before ...

Baker Group

Sr. Automation Engineer

Jeffersonville, IN · On-site

$99K - $130K/yr

Lead, coach, mentor, train and delegate tasks to Automation Technicians and Automation Engineers * Assist with Tier III Business Development Pursuits. * Assist with the development of Core Process ...

Baker Group

Sr. Automation Engineer

Lebanon, IN · On-site

$99K - $130K/yr

Lead, coach, mentor, train and delegate tasks to Automation Technicians and Automation Engineers * Assist with Tier III Business Development Pursuits. * Assist with the development of Core Process ...

Turner Construction

Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

Has supervisory responsibility for Assistant Engineers, Engineering Assistants, and Interns. The Engineer is the individual on the project responsible for building the overall project "on paper"

Turner Construction

Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

Has supervisory responsibility for Assistant Engineers, Engineering Assistants, and Interns. The Engineer is the individual on the project responsible for building the overall project "on paper"

Trelleborg Group

Test Technician

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

Assemble test rigs and connect instrumentation as directed by test engineers; assist in running standard and custom tests, and monitor equipment * Log test parameters and results into data management ...

Baker Group

Sr. Industrial Automation Engineer

Lebanon, IN · On-site

$99K - $130K/yr

Lead, coach, mentor, train and delegate tasks to Automation Technicians and Automation Engineers * Assist with Tier III Business Development Pursuits. * Assist with the development of Core Process ...

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What is an engineers assistant?

Engineers Assistants are support professionals who assist engineers with a variety of tasks, such as preparing technical documents, collecting and analyzing data, maintaining equipment, and helping with project management. They often work under the supervision of senior engineers and may be involved in both office and fieldwork. Their responsibilities can vary depending on the industry, but their main role is to help ensure engineering projects run smoothly and efficiently. Engineers Assistants are essential for streamlining workflows and enabling engineers to focus on more complex technical tasks.

What are the typical responsibilities of an engineers assistant?

As an Engineer's Assistant, you can expect to handle a variety of tasks such as preparing technical documentation, assisting with data collection and analysis, maintaining project files, and coordinating with other team members to ensure smooth workflow. You may also help set up equipment, perform basic testing, and support engineers during fieldwork or on-site visits. This role is highly collaborative, often requiring you to communicate with engineers, project managers, and technicians to keep projects on track and meet deadlines. It’s a great entry point for gaining hands-on experience and learning about engineering processes in a real-world environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an engineers assistant?

To thrive as an Engineers Assistant, you need a solid understanding of engineering principles, technical drawing, and problem-solving, often supported by an associate degree or relevant coursework. Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software, project management tools, and industry-specific measurement instruments is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you excel in supporting engineering teams and managing documentation. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring project accuracy, smooth workflow, and effective collaboration within engineering environments.

What is the difference between Engineers Assistant vs Civil Engineer?

AspectEngineers AssistantCivil Engineer
Required CredentialsAssociate's degree or technical certificationBachelor's degree in civil engineering
Work EnvironmentField sites, labs, office supportDesign, planning, project management
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction firms, engineering companiesPublic and private infrastructure projects

Engineers Assistants typically hold technical certifications and support civil engineers in fieldwork and office tasks. Civil Engineers have a higher level of education and are responsible for designing and managing projects. Both roles work closely in the construction and infrastructure industry, but Civil Engineers have more advanced responsibilities and credentials.

What does an engineers assistant work?

An engineer's assistant supports engineering teams by performing tasks such as data collection, drafting, testing, and maintaining technical documents. They often use tools like CAD software and may assist with site inspections or project coordination. The role typically requires technical knowledge, attention to detail, and sometimes relevant certifications or training.

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Infographic showing various Engineers Assistant job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Mechanical Engineer

Salas O'Brien Engineers Incorporated

Evansville, IN • On-site

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Posted 4 days ago

Salas O'Brien rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

160th of 449 rated engineering

Job description


Join Salas O'Brien and be part of a team that provides creative solutions that build success for our clients and employees. Your main role will be designing and laying out HVAC systems for multiple facility types and requirements. Your role will also include developing and sustaining relationships with in-house teams and contractors while providing technical solutions through design and consulting services that address the facility manager and/or owner's requirements. The types of projects that you may work on include:
  • Manufacturing Facilities
  • Industrial Facilities
  • Office Facilities
  • Educational Facilities
  • Warehouses
  • Laboratories
  • Healthcare Facilities

Resource Reporting
  • The Mechanical Engineer reports to the Mechanical Lead.
  • Work with Project Managers and department Leads to support their project needs.
  • Facilitate cohesive operations and collaboration both within the group and across other offices within the Salas O'Brien network.
  • Support and enforce Salas O'Brien's Safety Standards.
  • Coordinate with the Mechanical Lead to ensure a strong program for personnel development.
  • Assist with new employee "on-boarding" and mentorship following Salas O'Brien's and the office's policies.

Business Planning and Development
  • Identify and understand the client's needs and goals as related to the mechanical group
  • Assist in developing project scopes, basis of design documents, and estimates.
  • Assist Salas O'Brien's primary client contacts by representing and promoting the group's capabilities and successes
  • Assist in building and maintaining successful relationships with clients as a mechanical resource for information
  • Presentation and documentation skills

Technical Duties & Responsibilities
The successful candidate must be highly motivated, capable of working with a team or in a self-directed manner, and must be familiar with the full engineering cycle including, but not limited to the following:
  • Participate in project kick-off meetings and other client-facing meetings
  • Maintains effective communication with project team members, client contacts, and firm leadership
  • Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills, able to find creative, innovative solutions to challenges
  • Be effective at promoting building sustainability and incorporating into system design, then convey to owners in design solutions
  • Have excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills, and in sensitive situations where it is necessary to effectively communicate and coordinate with others
  • Be able to be delegated to
  • Be able to be lead mechanical engineers and designers on small to medium complexity projects
  • Have excellent teamwork skills
  • Be effective at handling multiple tasks
  • Ability to quickly adapt to changes
  • Adhere to our core values and beliefs at all times.
  • Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism and customer service
  • Clearly communicate design recommendations to our clients, project teams, construction contractors, and vendors in presentations, meetings, via email and phone as necessary
  • Work independently, or as part of a team on projects with other technical staff, to develop the mechanical system designs that are needed, assuring that the work is accurate and coordinated while ensuring quality control measures have been followed
  • Provide timely services that meet the needs of the clients and the overall project schedule requirements
  • Able to work within a project team to efficiently produce project construction documents for building mechanical systems
  • Will back check your own work to ensure accuracy and optimize the mechanical systems
  • Able to implement and utilize project-specific models and drawing standards
  • Can effectively coordinate work with other project team members
  • Participate in mechanical department standard development and maintenance
  • Be lead mechanical engineer on assigned projects and coordinate work of junior engineers
  • Assist the work of other engineers and designers as a design engineer to generate project deliverables
  • Be an ambassador of the firm to the public
  • Perform quality audit before submittal of any deliverable. Support and enforce Salas O'Brien's QC standards

Required Qualifications
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering required
  • A minimum of 3 years, 5+ years preferred, of relevant experience in HVAC design and layout. A working knowledge of Plumbing, and/or Fire Protection, and general building mechanical engineering is preferred as well.
  • A professional engineering license in Mechanical Engineering is preferred, or at a minimum the ability to obtain a professional engineering license within 2 years. LEED or CEM accreditation and/or green building design experience is a plus.
  • Ability to perform under pressure and work on multiple projects concurrently
  • Demonstrate a high standard of ethics, professionalism, client focus, customer service, ownership, and accountability
  • Ability to undergo Short-term domestic travel

Preferred Computing Skills
  • A working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and BIM 360 collaboration
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
  • Working knowledge of, or have used, Microsoft Teams, Procore, or other internet-based coordination and document-sharing programs.
  • Working knowledge of Load and Energy Modeling Software (DOE-2, eQUEST, Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, or other), COMcheck, and BIM strategies using Revit.

Physical Requirements
  • Lifting/carrying: Carrying light loads related to field measurement equipment, equipment cases weighing 15 lbs. or less.
  • Dexterity: Ability to efficiently type using a keyboard, make handwritten notes, and sketches indoors and outdoors at industrial plants and construction sites throughout the year.
  • Walking/Climbing: Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
    Visual Acuity: Ability to discern single line and 3-dimensional computer images representing objects being designed or drafted.
  • Hearing: Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.
  • Physical exertion: Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plants and construction sites

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