Senior Mechanical Engineer​/Designer

Behind every skyline is a community of Engineers.

At Jordan & Skala Engineers (JSE), we design the systems behind the multifamily and mixed‑use buildings shaping growing cities, skylines, and neighborhoods—everything from mid‑rise and high‑rise mixed‑use towers to garden‑style communities, including podium and garage‑wrap construction. If you like complex buildings, thoughtful coordination, and seeing your work move from model to jobsite, you’ll fit in well here!

We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer/Designer (HVAC Systems Design) (10+ years of experience preferred) who can own design, collaborate in a technology‑driven BIM environment, and support projects through construction.

What you’ll do

HVAC Systems Design

• Design HVAC systems including ductwork, piping, and equipment sizing/selection
• Design and support direct expansion (DX) equipment, VRV/VRF air conditioning systems, and central chilled water and heating water plants
• Review heating and cooling load calculations and apply results to system layouts
• Contribute to new construction and renovation/remodel projects

Analysis, Documentation, and Deliverables

• Perform and/or review design calculations, equipment selection, and layout of HVAC equipment
• Produce clear, coordinated mechanical documentation in a Revit‑first BIM workflow (plans, schedules, details, diagrams)
• Review designs and support specification editing
• Use or support energy/performance documentation such as COMcheck/REScheck and sustainability requirements (e.g., LEED criteria), when applicable

Coordination & Construction Support

• Coordinate mechanical design with plumbing, electrical, structural, and architectural teams in a real‑time Revit/BIM environment
• Support construction administration including submittal reviews, RFI responses, site visits, and field reports
• Support coordination discussions with Owners, Contractors, Architects, and Code Authorities with a working understanding of cross‑discipline requirements
• Travel for project meetings, job site visits, and building surveys as required

Mentorship & Quality

• Mentor and support the development of designers and early‑career engineers through plan reviews, guidance, and knowledge‑sharing
• Help maintain quality and consistency across mechanical deliverables, including coordination checks and documentation standards

What will make you successful

Required

• Strong working proficiency in Revit (mechanical design within a BIM workflow)
• Solid understanding of HVAC fundamentals, applicable codes, and constructability considerations
• Experience leading HVAC design for multi‑discipline building projects and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related engineering discipline)

Preferred

• 10+ years of HVAC/mechanical building systems design experience (consulting engineering preferred)
• Familiarity with Trane TRACE and/or Carrier HAP programs
• Central plant design exposure (gas heat/heating water and chilled water systems)
• Experience with building energy performance software and compliance documentation (COMcheck/REScheck)
• Familiarity with green building certification criteria (e.g., LEED)
• EIT or P.E. license (or clear path toward licensure)

Project types you may support

JSE supports a robust portfolio of project types including multifamily, mixed‑use, commercial, hospitality, office, retail/restaurant, industrial, data center, and healthcare construction projects.

Why join JSE?

Jordan & Skala Engineers is a great place to build a long‑term career. We offer a family‑friendly environment with competitive benefits, teleworking options, flexible PTO, wellness incentives, professional development, and more. You’ll be consistently challenged by interesting projects, and your opportunities will be limited only by your ambition. The sections below provide a general overview of the employee benefits and programs available to eligible Jordan & Skala Engineers employees.

• JSE University
• In‑house seminars & technical training
• Lunch & Learns
• Encouragement and support for professional licensure
• Paid time off for FE and PE exam study preparation
• Financial assistance toward educational development