Sr. Mechanical Engineer - HVAC​/Building Systems

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer of HVAC/Building Systems in one of the following locations:
Champaign, Lisle, Normal, Peoria, or Tinley Park, IL. This role involves multi‑project responsibilities for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and specialty piping system engineering and design for healthcare, commercial, industrial, and educational facilities. It is client‑facing, reports to a senior engineering manager, and offers opportunities for growth through mentoring and training.

• Prepare accurate HVAC, plumbing, controls, and specialty piping system construction drawings, including specifications.
• Perform construction administration, including submittal reviews and project revisions during construction.
• Prepare preliminary schematics through final designs for projects, including calculations, equipment selection, and layouts.
• Actively engage in and assume responsibility for code research and application.
• Interface with other disciplines, clients, and contractors, leading projects to successful completion.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and coordination of the production staff.
• Assist in maintaining project design budgets and schedules while pursuing quality results.
• Perform quality control reviews of HVAC and plumbing design work done by others.
• Assist in business development activities, including writing fee proposals and conducting project scoping walks with potential clients.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering.
• 10+ years of professional experience in HVAC and plumbing design for buildings.
• A Professional Engineering License (PE) is required.
• Prior management or mentoring of staff required.
• Design experience relative to medium/large commercial and institutional facilities.
• Strong familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, or similar.
• Strong and communicative team player in a multi‑disciplinary environment, able to fully lead projects from start to finish.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to contribute to several projects simultaneously.

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm. With almost 650 professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our culture champions growth, embraces challenges, and values work‑life balance.

For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the Great Place to Work® certification, reflecting our commitment to a supportive, high‑performing workplace.

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long‑Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Mentoring Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

$100,000 – $130,000 (Salary determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal and external equity).

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better company. We strive to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.

For immediate consideration, please apply online by clicking on Apply for this Position below or visit the Farnsworth Group website at www.f‑w.com and click on the careers link.