Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

This role focuses on the design of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems for a wide range of commercial, corporate office fit-outs, residential, retail, and high-rise projects. The Mechanical Engineer will develop complete mechanical designs, including system layouts, equipment selections, and supporting documentation, while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary design team. The position offers exposure to high-profile projects, national accounts, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative, open, and hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

+ Design HVAC systems for commercial office fit-outs, high-rise buildings, medical centers, light laboratories, residential, and retail projects.

+ Create detailed plans, schematics, and system layouts for mechanical and HVAC systems.

+ Perform load calculations, equipment selection, and system sizing using tools such as Trane Trace and HAP.

+ Develop system narratives and technical specifications that clearly describe design intent and performance criteria.

+ Produce construction documents and drawings using AutoCAD and BIM/REVIT modeling software.

+ Conduct field investigations and site surveys to gather existing conditions and verify design assumptions.

+ Prepare due diligence and feasibility reports for commercial properties and potential projects.

+ Participate in MEP due diligence reviews for commercial properties, identifying mechanical system conditions, risks, and opportunities.

+ Attend coordination meetings with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and other project consultants.

+ Work in close collaboration with the entire design team to ensure integrated and coordinated MEP solutions.

+ Provide engineering support and mentorship to other engineering staff as needed.

+ Comply with internal group and company standards, procedures, and quality control processes.

+ Support construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and performing site observations.

+ Design and coordinate high-rise and campus HVAC systems, including central cooling and heating plants, VAV distribution systems, and packaged rooftop units.

+ Ensure designs align with project budgets, schedules, and client requirements.

+ Travel out of state approximately once per month for 1-2 day site visits to support project work and due diligence efforts.

Essential Skills

+ 4-10 years of Mechanical HVAC design experience with an MEP consulting firm, with a strong focus on commercial office fit-outs.

+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.

+ Proficiency in Revit, with the ability to perform the majority of design work in a BIM environment.

+ Working knowledge of AutoCAD for mechanical and HVAC design documentation.

+ Hands-on experience designing HVAC systems for high-rise and/or campus environments, including central plants, VAV systems, and packaged rooftop units.

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Experience with mechanical and HVAC design for corporate office fit-outs and large building projects.

+ Familiarity with load calculation and energy analysis tools such as Trane Trace and HAP.

+ Experience performing MEP due diligence reviews for commercial properties.

+ Ability and willingness to travel out of state approximately once per month for short site visits.

+ Self-motivation and the ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

+ Strong communication skills to participate in meetings and coordinate with other project consultants.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Morristown, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Paid medical, dental, vision insurance Paid OT until associate level 2 weeks PTO (negotiable up to 3 weeks for senior level candidates) Reimburse for PE exam if they pass, bonus if they pass 401k match up to $1,000 All federal holidays off

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Morristown,NJ.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2026.

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