HVAC Design Engineer I: Design-Build Projects & Growth

Southland Industries; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 50% company match (no cap)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life, AD&D and voluntary life

Disability income protection

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Design Engineer I to contribute to design-build and design-assist projects across healthcare, education, biotech, mission critical, commercial and entertainment markets.

You will collaborate with model coordinators, estimators, and trade staff to create practical, efficient, and cost-effective designs, while leveraging VDC and CFD to deliver informed feedback from the field.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of HVAC and plumbing design.
• Ability to read mechanical and plumbing plans.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with CAD/Drafting tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Four-year degree required.
• PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic deliverables such as calculations, drawings, and specifications for HVAC systems under supervision.
• Perform basic project calculations (loads, equipment sizing, friction loss, etc.).
• Coordinate design with project management, architects, and other trades through completion.
• Perform and check CAD/drafting work.

Skills

HVAC design basics

Reading mechanical/plumbing plans

Communication skills

CAD drafting (CADD)

Excel

Education

Four-year degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a Design Engineer I to contribute to design-build and design-assist projects across healthcare, education, biotech, mission critical, commercial and entertainment markets.

You will collaborate with model coordinators, estimators, and trade staff to create practical, efficient, and cost-effective designs, while leveraging VDC and CFD to deliver informed feedback from the field.