Building Mechanical Engineer: HVAC & Sustainability Lead

Garver Engineering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver Engineering seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and deliver building systems across HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. You will mentor staff, coordinate with disciplines, and oversee designs from concept through construction.

You will lead energy modeling, ensure QA/QC, manage budgets and schedules, and interface with clients. Proficiency in Revit and MS Office is required, with ABET-accredited degree and FE exam passed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or architectural engineering with a mechanical focus from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
• 5–10 years of building design and construction industry experience.
• Knowledge of building mechanical design principles.
• Experience overseeing mechanical designs with detailed plans and specifications.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for buildings, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Lead planning, design, and commissioning of building HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Lead whole building energy modeling and sustainability reporting.
• Coordinate with other support disciplines and regional offices.
• Assist project managers with project management and QA/QC plans.
• Travel periodically to project sites.

Skills

Mechanical design

Leadership

Client interface

Budget management

Scheduling

BIM

Excel

MS Office

Time management

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Garver Engineering seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and deliver building systems across HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. You will mentor staff, coordinate with disciplines, and oversee designs from concept through construction.

You will lead energy modeling, ensure QA/QC, manage budgets and schedules, and interface with clients. Proficiency in Revit and MS Office is required, with ABET-accredited degree and FE exam passed.