Mechanical Engineer; HVAC

Position: Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)
Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will lead the design and coordination of mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems for building and industrial projects within a design-build environment. This role focuses on equipment selection, system sizing, specifications, and sequences of operation while ensuring code compliance, technical accuracy, and constructability. The engineer will collaborate closely with operations and construction teams, oversee internal commissioning, and support projects from early design through construction, closeout, and client turnover.

Responsibilities

+ Perform and lead mechanical and plumbing/piping system design, including HVAC, equipment selection, system sizing, specifications, and development of sequences of operation.

+ Complete and review mechanical and plumbing load calculations to ensure systems are appropriately sized and meet project requirements.

+ Verify compliance with applicable codes and standards, ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements.

+ Lead design peer reviews to validate design quality, identify risks, and improve constructability and performance.

+ Partner with operations teams to define project scope, manage cost control, and ensure design decisions support efficient construction and long-term operation.

+ Develop detailed engineering estimates, scopes of work, and schematic-level budgets to support project planning and proposals.

+ Oversee the internal commissioning process and integrate commissioning requirements early in the design phase.

+ Create or oversee design sketches, models, calculations, and complete document packages for project deliverables.

+ Coordinate and review mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, and broader MEP design elements to ensure system integration within overall building design.

+ Maintain accurate and organized project documentation throughout design, coordination, and execution phases.

+ Support construction activities through field walks, punch lists, and resolution of design-related issues during installation.

+ Update as-built documentation to reflect field changes and ensure accurate turnover packages for clients.

+ Support project closeout and client turnover, ensuring systems are documented, commissioned, and handed over effectively.

+ Collaborate with the in-house drafting team to ensure Revit and AutoCAD models and drawings accurately reflect design intent.

+ Share best practices with other engineers, mentor less experienced team members, and help identify training and development needs within the department.

+ Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools, and standards within the mechanical and MEP design practice.

Essential Skills

+ Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in an applicable engineering discipline.

+ Accredited bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Construction, or a closely related engineering field.

+ Extensive mechanical design background with at least 10 years of progressive engineering experience.

+ Proven experience designing HVAC systems, including equipment selection, sizing, and sequences of operation.

+ Strong experience with plumbing and piping system design, including layout, sizing, and specification.

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Experience with sprinkler systems and broader MEP coordination in building design projects.

+ Proficiency with Revit for mechanical and MEP modeling and documentation.

+ Proficiency with AutoCAD for mechanical and plumbing design drafting and coordination.

+ Demonstrated ability to perform and review load calculations and ensure code compliance.

+ Experience developing engineering estimates, scopes of work, and schematic budgets.

+ Ability to lead design peer reviews and coordinate with operations and construction teams.

+ Experience overseeing internal commissioning processes and integrating commissioning into design.

+ Strong documentation skills, including preparation and maintenance of design packages and project records.

+ Experience supporting industrial or manufacturing facilities, considered a strong asset.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ background in mechanical building design within a design-build or…