HVAC Mechanical Engineer

Johnson Controls; Maryland Park (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

5 sick days

10 standard holidays

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an HVAC Mechanical Engineer / Project Developer in Maryland Park, MD. This remote position focuses on U.S. military and federal government projects, including design and development for HVAC systems and building automation. Requirements include experience in mechanical project development, estimating, and site assessments. Benefits include a competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $150,000, remote work flexibility, and comprehensive time off policies. Join a Fortune 500 company committed to growth and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical and low voltage building automation projects.
• Expertise with HVAC and energy management systems.
• Capable of leading site surveys and assessing facility systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and develop a Statement of Work for customer requests.
• Lead design, development, and cost estimation for projects.
• Work with Sales to understand customer goals and challenges.
• Review customer RFPs and generate value engineering concepts.
• Manage and track multiple concurrent projects.

Skills

Project development for mechanical and low voltage controls

Building mechanical equipment

Strong estimating skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

RS Means estimating tools

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an HVAC Mechanical Engineer / Project Developer to join our federal team that specializes in supporting U.S. military and other U.S. federal government sites, primarily within the Mid‑Atlantic / National Capital Region (VA/MD/DC area). This is a remote (work from home) position with the ability to come to project sites in the local Washington D.C. Metropolitan area when needed for site and equipment assessment. This role will lead the design, development, scope definition (statement of work), and cost development for facility improvement projects for U.S. Military and other federal government sites within the region, primarily working with building mechanical equipment and building automation systems (MEP, HVAC mechanical, HVAC controls and automation, lighting, utilities, etc).

Pay range: $120,000 – $150,000 base salary based on experience.
Bonus eligible: Yes.
Location: Remote / Virtual (Work from home) with the ability to come to project sites as needed for site and equipment assessment. Must be based in the National Capital Region (VA/MD/DC area), preferably within an hour of Washington D.C./Northern Virginia.
Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment.
Paid time Off: 3 weeks paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year (6.5 weeks in total).
Travel Required: Around 25%; mostly local travel.

As An HVAC Mechanical Engineer, You Will

• Conduct site visits and develop a Statement of Work (SOW) for customer requests
• Lead the design, development, scope definition, and cost development for HVAC mechanical and low voltage controls projects for U.S. Military and other federal government installations
• Work closely with Sales Account Executives to understand customer’s goals and challenges. Identify technical opportunities to support established goals through maintenance, upgrades, and/or construction projects. Prepare concept presentations, sample Performance Work Statements, and preliminary equipment selections
• Conduct site surveys, system assessments, and initial data collection to develop preliminary concepts for facility maintenance and improvement projects ranging in size from $100,000 to $2 million in scope
• Review customer RFPs, Performance Work Statements (PWS), and design documents for proper information to receive accurate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers. Prepare requests for information (RFIs) to clarify customer requirements. Generate value engineering concepts
• Write and edit technical proposal narratives describing design‑build concept in response to an RFP. The technical proposal includes a project schedule to support the written narrative
• Ensure project scope of work is well‑defined to verify feasibility of implementation, to ensure adherence to codes, standards, and agency requirements, and to mitigate cost and schedule risks
• Establish ongoing relationships with the technical personnel within the customer’s organization
• Lead multi‑disciplinary teams to develop cost estimates, scopes, project requirements and schedules. Manage and track multiple concurrent projects
• Support the Operations team in identifying risks, risk management strategies, planning staffing, and developing schedules for project delivery
• Support Operations team in “Post Award” technical activities, including site surveys, design reviews, and submittal preparation
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Experience with project development for mechanical and low voltage building automation and controls projects (MEP, HVAC mechanical, HVAC controls, utilities, SCADA, etc.)
• Demonstrated expertise with building mechanical equipment, HVAC, energy management systems, or low voltage building automation systems
• Experience independently leading site surveys to assess facility systems and equipment
• Strong estimating skills and experience, preferably with RS Means or other estimating tools
• Capable of assessing design risk
• Comfortable presenting in customer‑facing situations
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances and/or badges as required to perform site duties (background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Mechanical Engineering, Value Engineering, MEP engineering, design‑build contracting, and/or energy savings performance contracts
• Prior experience working on U.S. Military installations or supporting projects for Department of Defense and other federal government customers

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Professional Engineering license, CEM certification, and/or LEED AP accreditation

Who We Are

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI), we are One Team working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that make a difference in the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with more than 100,000 employees worldwide offering the world’s largest portfolio of building technology products, solutions, and services. As a member of our Federal Systems team, your work matters. We value and recognize your contributions and want to help you succeed. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect.

Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/careers.

Division

JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)