HVAC Engineer

Job Details

Title: HVAC Engineer

Company: Bechtel Corporation

Location: Knoxville, TN

Employment Type: Part‑Time Telework (requires at least three days of in‑person attendance per week at the assigned office or project)

Requisition : 290765

Participate in the design, development, and evaluation of mechanical components and processes. Collaborate with other engineering disciplines for mechanical matters, applying standard mechanical engineering techniques and criteria to deliver impactful contributions to the team. The role is designated as part‑time telework per the global telework policy, with in‑person attendance required at least three days per week.

Level 1:

• Participate in the design, development, modification, and evaluation of mechanical components and processes using relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs).
• Compile, adjust, and correlate data to develop professional work knowledge and abilities through standard mechanical engineering techniques.
• Provide input to and maintain technical logs and records.
• Coordinate work and collaborate with other engineering disciplines.
• Provide direct support to other engineering disciplines for mechanical related matters.
• Coordinate development and presentation of material when requested.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports, or proposals.

Level 2:

• Evaluate, select, and apply standard mechanical engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria, using independent judgment to make adaptations and modifications.
• Provide technical assistance to other mechanical personnel and interact with project functions, the customer, and regulatory agency personnel to resolve complex regulatory issues and industry codes and standards.
• Assist project and construction management in identifying and complying with project mechanical requirements and address issues during project execution.

• Level 1:
  Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical (or related) Engineering with a minimum of 1 year of relevant professional work experience.
• Level 2:
  Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical (or related) Engineering with a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional work experience.

• Fundamental understanding of HVAC design, ASHRAE fundamentals, and mechanical systems.
• Experience developing heat load, airflow, and static pressure drop calculations.
• Experience developing HVAC airflow diagrams and/or ventilation and instrumentation diagrams.
• Experience selecting HVAC equipment solutions to meet design requirements and developing procurement specifications.
• Experience collaborating in a multi‑disciplinary team to develop engineering and procurement design deliverables for large complex projects.
• Experience with HVAC specific software such as Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, etc.
• Ability to search codes, industry standards, and project document databases for requirements to be implemented into the design.
• Engineering‑in‑Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within a year.

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Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to .