Sr. Mechanical HVAC Engineer

Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.

Position Title: Sr. Mechanical HVAC Engineer

Location: St. Paul MN | Minnetonka MN

Position Type: Full time

Imagine being an employee‑owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren’t just ideals – they’re our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.

SEH is currently searching for a Sr. Mechanical HVAC Engineer to join our talented Mechanical/Electrical team!

• I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox! (GIS Analyst)
• What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one‑on‑one conversations ranging from ‘How are you?’ to ‘What do you think would help the company?’ SEH, that’s who. (Civil Engineering Technician)
• Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying! (Sr Financial Analyst)
• It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning! (Civil Engineer)
• This is the first company I’ve worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit. (Sr Mechanical Engineer)

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee‑owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

We are seeking a Senior HVAC Engineer to join our engineering consulting team. This role is suited for a licensed professional with strong technical expertise and demonstrated project management experience. The successful candidate will lead HVAC system design for complex projects, manage project delivery, mentor staff, and serve as a key point of contact for clients.

• Lead the engineering design of HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, municipal, healthcare, and industrial facilities
• Serve as Project Manager on assigned projects, responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and overall project delivery
• Develop project work plans, staffing plans, and fee estimates
• Manage client relationships, including regular communication, meetings, and presentations
• Oversee and perform load calculations, equipment sizing, system selection, and energy analysis
• Direct the preparation and review of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and details
• Coordinate HVAC designs with architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and controls disciplines
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and quality expectations
• Review shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals; provide responses during construction
• Participate in construction administration, including site visits, punch walks, and system commissioning support
• Support business development efforts, including proposals, client development, and project pursuits
• Stay current with industry standards, codes, and emerging HVAC technologies

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 815+ years of HVAC engineering experience in an engineering consulting environment
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Demonstrated experience in project management, including managing scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations
• Strong working knowledge of ASHRAE standards and guidelines, IMC, IECC, and applicable state/local mechanical codes
• Commercial HVAC systems (VAV, hydronic systems, chilled water, boilers, heat pumps, VRF, DOAS, etc.)
• Proficiency with HVAC design and analysis software, such as AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Load calculation and energy…