Associate Principal​/Senior Mechanical Engineer - Honolulu

Senior HVAC Design Engineer

Lead the design and delivery of complex HVAC and MEP projects across diverse sectors, providing technical leadership, mentoring, and ensuring compliance with codes and client objectives.

• Lead the HVAC design and coordination of large‑scale MEP projects
• Design innovative heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and mechanical building systems
• Deliver projects across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, biotechnology, transportation, mission‑critical, and advanced technology facilities
• Develop energy‑efficient and sustainable mechanical engineering solutions
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, attending meetings and providing technical guidance
• Mentor and support junior engineers and design staff
• Collaborate closely with project managers, electrical engineers, and MEP leadership teams
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements
• Support project planning, resource management, and overall project delivery

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent
• 7+ years of HVAC or mechanical building services design experience within an MEP consulting environment
• Proven experience leading project teams and mentoring engineers
• Strong project management experience within the MEP sector
• Healthcare facility design experience, including HCAI compliance knowledge
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
• Strong understanding of HVAC design principles, mechanical systems, and building codes
• Experience designing chilled water, hot water, ventilation, and air distribution systems
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

• Professional Engineering (PE) Licence or equivalent
• PMP Certification
• LEED Accreditation
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination
• Knowledge of energy modelling and sustainable building design practices

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Commuter benefits
• Additional health and wellbeing programmes

• Competitive PTO allowance
• Paid holidays
• Company‑wide shutdown between Christmas and New Year

• Paid volunteer days
• Commitment to community engagement and social equity initiatives

• Structured leadership development programmes
• Ongoing training and technical development opportunities
• Access to industry‑leading mentors and subject matter experts
• Clear progression pathways into senior leadership positions