Senior Mechanical Engineer; HVAC & Plumbing

Position Information

Posting date: 02/12/2026

Closing date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Position Number: 0014301

Position Title:

Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing)

Hiring Range Minimum: $129,500

Hiring Range Maximum: $161,900

Union Type:
Not a Union Position

SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Employment Category:
Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Schedule:

Location of Position:
Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility:
Onsite only

Is this a term position:
No

If yes, length of term in months:

Is this a grant funded position:
No

Position

Purpose:

The Senior Mechanical Engineer participates in all aspects of day-to-day operations of the Dartmouth College engineering office. The engineering office strives to provide high quality engineering services for a wide range of projects and clients, including providing review and technical oversight of projects designed by outside consultants, working with Project Managers on in-house design and renovation projects, working with FO&M shops on system upgrades, improvements and replacements, and assisting with design and analysis of energy efficiency projects.

The activities of the Senior Mechanical Engineer may include design reviews, field investigations, existing systems assessment, document/archive search, HVAC and plumbing system design and layout, equipment selection and specification, drafting, code review, calculations including spreadsheet analyses and use of engineering software, writing HVAC control system sequences of operation, construction administration services, and development and continuous improvement of campus Design and Construction Guidelines.

Description:

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

• Bachelor s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering technology, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten (10) plus years of mechanical design and drafting with an MEP consulting firm, or the equivalent.
• Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer in New Hampshire, or the ability to become registered in New Hampshire within one (1) year of employment.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical drafting experience using AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with all aspects of HVAC and plumbing design, including load calculations and system sizing, selection and specification of mechanical equipment, field verification, codes and standards, and controls design.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with energy efficient HVAC system design and control strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems associated with the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Detail oriented self-starter with good interpersonal and decision-making skills.
• Ability to relate well with a diverse group of constituents and to build strong relationships within and among those groups.
• Strong service orientation and a demonstrated desire to continually improve the service and operations of an organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a college or university environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of the International Building Code and working with authorities having jurisdiction for compliance requirements.
• High level of proficiency with AutoCAD drafting software. Proficiency with 3D drafting software such as Revit.
• Active LEED BD+C AP certification.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:
Matt Cilley, Director of Engineering, Energy & Utilities

Department Contact Phone Number:

Department Contact for Cover Letter and

Title:

Matt Cilley, Director of Engineering, Energy & Utilities

Department Contact s Phone Number:

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle an essential function of this job?:
Preferred, but not required

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by…