Heating Air Conditioning Design Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Indianapolis for HVAC design and analysis of mechanical systems across various sectors. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 5 years of HVAC design experience. Responsibilities include developing construction documents, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior engineers. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and provides a clear path for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HVAC design experience in an A/E or consulting environment preferred.
• PE license or ability to obtain within 1–2 years.
• Experience with healthcare, government, education, or institutional projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical construction documents for HVAC and ductwork/piping systems.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support project planning, schedules, and technical decision-making.
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and site visits.
• Prepare system narratives, Basis of Design documents, and specifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to QA/QC and process improvements.
• Explore energy-efficient and sustainable mechanical solutions.

Skills

HVAC design experience

Revit

AutoCAD

Strong communication

Problem-solving skills

Multitasking skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

Job description

Heating Air Conditioning Design Engineer

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

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HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid)

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze, and coordinate mechanical systems for high-performing buildings across healthcare, government, education, and institutional projects. This role offers hands‑on technical work, close collaboration with project teams, and a clear path for professional growth.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop mechanical construction documents for HVAC and ductwork/piping systems
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Support project planning, schedules, and technical decision‑making
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and site visits
• Prepare system narratives, Basis of Design documents, and specifications
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to QA/QC and process improvements
• Explore energy‑efficient and sustainable mechanical solutions

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of HVAC design experience (A/E or consulting environment preferred)
• PE license or ability to obtain within 1–2 years
• Experience with healthcare, government, education, or institutional projects a plus
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and multitasking skills

Software Experience

• Revit (preferred)
• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Office
• Trane Trace or Carrier HAP (preferred)

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Design and Engineering

Industries

Manufacturing

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