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Mechanical Engineer

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Ghafari Associates
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Building Services Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 95000 USD Yearly USD 95000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

General

Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial, or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes.

General

Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial, or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical systems within the standard building codes.

Job Description General Summary

The Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial, or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes.

Essential Job Functions
  • Review and/or establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with Project Manager and/or client
  • Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner’s representative
  • Prepare feasibility studies and project cost estimates
  • Maintain working knowledge of latest building and codes used in the industry
  • Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection
  • Perform and/or review calculations and building energy models; formulate design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection
  • Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) and/or Bentley CAD software (2D and 3D applications) or manually with support from more junior staff
  • Edit or draft project specifications
  • Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site
  • Review drawings for omissions, errors, interferences, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes
  • Review product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance
  • Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
  • Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications
  • Develop and mentor less experienced staff
  • Perform related duties as assigned
Employment Qualifications Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field required
  • Professional Registration
  • LEED accredited professional preferred
Experience
  • 5-14 years of related experience in mechanical engineering (HVAC/building systems)
Skills/Competencies
  • Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, Trane Trace 700 or other building energy calculation software, and Bluebeam
  • Knowledge in Project Wise BIM
    360 and Carrier HAP a bonus
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Strong attention to detail
Benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Teladoc
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional License Reimbursement
  • Educational Assistance
  • Voluntary Pet Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • 8 Paid Holidays

The annual base salary range for this position is $95,000.00 to $. Individual pay is based on factors such as relevant experience,…

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