About the posting
“As a Mechanical Engineer, you will work with leading technology companies and mission-critical clients to support the design and delivery of complex, high-impact projects.”
Read the full posting on Olsson's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 22, 2026.
Pay in context
Olsson does not list pay for this role. 41 percent of engineering (not software) postings in Iowa do; their median is $114,565.
How long it has been open
Posted Jun 19, 2026, 126 days ago, and seen on Olsson's careers page today.
At 126 days old, it is over the 60-day median.
Olsson at a glance
Olsson has 388 open postings that we can see, 129 in engineering (not software); 16 percent list pay.
The application
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Seniority
The posting mentions 4+ years.
Place and cost of living
On site in Iowa; prices in IA run 12 percent below the US average.
The engineering (not software) market in Iowa
32 engineering (not software) postings in Iowa are open right now, from 7 employers.
Half of them have been open 60 days or less.
From Olsson's posting
This is Olsson's own text, as published on its job board. We last checked it on Oct 23, 2026. Apply on Olsson's site. We remove a posting when the employer closes it.
Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.
We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will work with leading technology companies and mission-critical clients to support the design and delivery of complex, high-impact projects. You’ll contribute to mechanical design efforts by performing calculations, assisting with technical reports, and preparing construction documents.
In this role, you’ll collaborate with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to develop solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects, including data centers and central utility systems. You’ll gain hands-on experience while building your technical expertise in fast-paced, high-performance environments.
You’ll work closely with Olsson teams, technical staff, and clients, supporting project success while continuing to grow your skills and take on increasing responsibility over time.
Qualifications
You are passionate about
- Working collaboratively with others.
- Having ownership in the work you do.
- Using your talents to positively affect communities.
You bring to the team
- 4+ years of related mechanical engineering experience required
- Project management experience preferred
- Proficient in Revit
- Ability to contribute and work well on a team
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
- Strong communication skills
- Must be a registered professional engineer
- Previous experience managing employees preferred
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Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As an Olsson employee, you will
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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