Mechanical Engineer
Madison, WI · On-site
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. * Previous experience in ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. * Previous experience in ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. * Previous experience in ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. * Previous experience in ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. * Previous experience in ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $130K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * Experience leading healthcare, institutional ... commercial, or industrial projects preferred * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $130K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * Experience leading healthcare, institutional ... commercial, or industrial projects preferred * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $130K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * Experience leading healthcare, institutional ... commercial, or industrial projects preferred * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $130K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * Experience leading healthcare, institutional ... commercial, or industrial projects preferred * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $130K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * Experience leading healthcare, institutional ... commercial, or industrial projects preferred * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft ...
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Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $130K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * Experience leading healthcare, institutional ... commercial, or industrial projects preferred * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$67K - $89K/yr
Vierbicher is a team of professional engineers, planners, community development specialists, land surveyors and GIS specialists who provide comprehensive solutions for a wide range of projects. Our ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$67K - $89K/yr
Vierbicher is a team of professional engineers, planners, community development specialists, land surveyors and GIS specialists who provide comprehensive solutions for a wide range of projects. Our ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $130K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans Job Engineering Primary Location US ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $130K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans Job Engineering Primary Location US ...
Oregon, WI · On-site
$77K - $106K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain within 12 months * Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM) * Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and ...
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Oregon, WI · On-site
$77K - $106K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain within 12 months * Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM) * Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred * Healthcare project experience is beneficial, but not ... required * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office * Strong communication ...
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Madison, WI · On-site
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred * Healthcare project experience is beneficial, but not ... required * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office * Strong communication ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred * Healthcare project experience is beneficial, but not ... required * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office * Strong communication ...
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Madison, WI · On-site
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred * Healthcare project experience is beneficial, but not ... required * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office * Strong communication ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred * Healthcare project experience is beneficial, but not ... required * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office * Strong communication ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred * Healthcare project experience is beneficial, but not ... required * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office * Strong communication ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred * Healthcare project experience is beneficial, but not ... required * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office * Strong communication ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred * Healthcare project experience is beneficial, but not ... required * Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office * Strong communication ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$88K - $143K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position Why MSA ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$88K - $143K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position Why MSA ...
Madison, WI · Hybrid
$88K - $143K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position Why MSA ...
Madison, WI · Hybrid
$88K - $143K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position Why MSA ...
A Professional Engineer (PE) License in the State of Wisconsin or ability to obtain PE * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Technical competence to perform project tasks ...
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A Professional Engineer (PE) License in the State of Wisconsin or ability to obtain PE * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Technical competence to perform project tasks ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$125K - $160K/yr
PE (Professional Engineer) Licensure or the ability to get one within a year. * Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Knowledge and Skills * Experience with AutoCAD, PVsyst ...
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Madison, WI · On-site
$125K - $160K/yr
PE (Professional Engineer) Licensure or the ability to get one within a year. * Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Knowledge and Skills * Experience with AutoCAD, PVsyst ...
Madison, WI · Hybrid
$88K - $143K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position Why MSA ...
Madison, WI · Hybrid
$88K - $143K/yr
Professional Engineer (PE) license required * This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position Why MSA ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $126K/yr
Desire to obtain professional Engineer (PE) license Experience * Ideally 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in electric utility engineering, with significant experience in substation ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$99K - $126K/yr
Desire to obtain professional Engineer (PE) license Experience * Ideally 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in electric utility engineering, with significant experience in substation ...
$85K - $110K/yr
A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required, SE license is a plus * Four or more years of structural engineering * Experience with steel and concrete design is required; masonry and wood ...
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$85K - $110K/yr
A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required, SE license is a plus * Four or more years of structural engineering * Experience with steel and concrete design is required; masonry and wood ...
Oregon, WI · On-site
$78K - $105K/yr
Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external project teams * Deliver high ... Engineer In Training (EIT) Certification (preferred), working towards obtaining Professional ...
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Oregon, WI · On-site
$78K - $105K/yr
Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external project teams * Deliver high ... Engineer In Training (EIT) Certification (preferred), working towards obtaining Professional ...
$46.9K - $55.1K
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$55.1K - $63.3K
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$63.3K - $71.6K
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$82.4K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$79.8K - $88.1K
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The median wage is $96.5K / yr.
$96.3K - $104.6K
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$104.6K - $112.8K
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| Aspect | Professional Engineer | Mechanical Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Requires PE license, degree, work experience, exam | Requires degree, possibly fundamentals exam, but not license |
| Work Environment | Design, review, sign off on projects, often in consulting or engineering firms | Design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing in various industries |
| Industry Usage | Licensed in engineering projects, legal responsibility | Commonly employed in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and more |
The main difference between a Professional Engineer and a Mechanical Engineer is that the PE is licensed and authorized to sign off on engineering projects, ensuring legal and safety standards are met. Mechanical Engineers typically hold the necessary education and experience but do not have licensing requirements unless they pursue PE licensure. Both roles work closely in engineering fields, but the PE designation signifies a higher level of responsibility and legal accountability.
A professional engineer uses mathematics and science to create safe and efficient buildings, machines, and applications. Engineers typically specialize in a particular field, such as aerospace, mechanical, or structural engineering. Your job duties vary depending on your area of expertise and employer but may include creating plans, designing machinery, or building skyscrapers. This career often involves a combination of office and field work. Frequent travel is an additional job requirement for many professional engineering jobs. Long hours and overtime work are also expected to meet deadlines.

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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.
Specialized design services
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Omaha, NE, US
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