HVAC Engineer

Compunnel Inc.; Painted Post (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Facilities Project Lead V (Facility Mechanical/HVAC Engineer) to provide engineering leadership and project oversight for HVAC systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with frequent domestic travel. This role focuses on leading HVAC design, project execution, and team collaboration across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
• Proven experience in HVAC and facility mechanical systems engineering.
• Strong project leadership and execution background.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility mechanical and HVAC system engineering activities, including design, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and close-out of facility projects, ensuring alignment with performance, cost, and schedule targets.
• Deliver technical reports and presentations to leadership teams.

Skills

HVAC design expertise

Mechanical system analysis

Project cost forecasting

Proficiency with MS Project

Experience with AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

FE or PE certification

Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Facilities Project Lead V (Facility Mechanical/HVAC Engineer)

Location: Painted Post, NY (Remote Home Base with 75% Domestic Travel)

Duration: Multi-year projects

Interview Process: Two Microsoft Teams Interviews

Corning Incorporated is seeking an experienced Facility Mechanical/HVAC Engineer to join the Corporate Engineering team. This role will provide engineering leadership and project oversight for HVAC and facility mechanical systems across multiple manufacturing and R&D sites. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in facility systems and strong project management capabilities, with the ability to travel extensively to support operations nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead facility mechanical and HVAC system engineering activities, including design, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Develop scope, estimates, schedules, and engineering documentation for capital and expense projects.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and close-out of facility projects, ensuring alignment with performance, cost, and schedule targets.
• Provide engineering guidance for HVAC, compressed air (CDA), process cooling water (PCW), process air, and related facility systems.
• Collaborate with process, plant, division, and R&D teams to support projects across multiple business units.
• Create technical specifications and ensure contractor and vendor compliance.
• Mentor internal engineers, contingent staff, and external contractors.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, K-T, DESGN).
• Prepare forecasts and manage capital and expense budgets.
• Deliver technical reports and presentations to leadership teams.

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 75% domestic travel to Corning sites and vendor locations.

Work Schedule

• Core Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Flexibility required for overtime, weekends, and off-shift work to support project milestones.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (required)
• FE or PE certification (preferred)
• Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 10+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience
• Proven experience in HVAC and facility mechanical systems engineering
• Strong project leadership and execution background

Technical Skills

• HVAC design, installation, startup, and troubleshooting expertise
• Mechanical system analysis and problem-solving skills (DMAIC, K-T, DESGN)
• Project cost forecasting, estimating, and scheduling
• Proficiency with MS Project & SharePoint (preferred)
• Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks (preferred)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Management, Product Management, and Engineering

Industries

• HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing