Mechanical Engineer HVAC Plumbing

Mechanical Engineer HVAC Plumbing

Join our Mechanical Engineering team where you will grow your career working with a team that is routinely selected to deliver some of the area's most technically challenging and sought-after projects, working with the best and expanding your experience on projects you can be proud of. Relocation assistance provided. Role located in Sacramento.

Mechanical Engineer HVAC Plumbing – Your Job Duties

You will lead the design of HVAC and plumbing mechanical engineering projects (emphasis in healthcare projects and higher education) from preconstruction through job completion.

Pre-Con

• Collaborate with the estimator to set the project scope for bid / proposal
• Attend pre-construction job walks to work with estimating on job scope
• Develop engineering concepts, preparing sketches, selecting equipment

Active Projects

• Lead mechanical engineering design for HVAC, plumbing, piping, and central utility plant projects (mainly large healthcare and higher education, commercial projects)
• Serve as the lead Mechanical Engineer on assigned projects, driving schedules, design quality, and project execution.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, including fast paced special projects and large construction projects.
• Perform HVAC load calculations, equipment sizing and selection, and mechanical system layouts using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Design HVAC distribution systems, plumbing systems, medical gas systems, cooling towers, chillers, and central utility plants
• Prepare and review Title 24 compliance documentation
• Coordinate designs with architects, structural engineers, civil engineers, electrical engineers, project managers, estimators, and field teams.
• Identify potential risks, review change orders, and support constructability throughout the project lifecycle
• Participate in job walks, site visits, and construction meetings to ensure successful implementation of design intent
• Support engineering quality by mentoring junior Mechanical Design Engineers and providing technical guidance on project work
• Maintain professional communication with clients, contractors, and internal teams while helping strengthen long-term relationships

Mechanical Engineer HVAC Plumbing – You Have (Required Skills, Experience & Team Fit)

• Designing HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial construction projects
• Using Revit and AutoCAD for mechanical system design
• HVAC load calculations, equipment selection, and mechanical system layouts
• Coordinating engineering designs with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams

• Experience with design for healthcare, hospital, or higher education construction projects
• Central utility plant design, cooling towers, chillers, and complex HVAC piping systems
• Complex plumbing and piping systems
• Professional Engineer (PE) license