HVAC Mechanical Engineer (8+ years)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

401k with matching

Paid overtime

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Coffman Engineers is seeking an experienced HVAC Mechanical Engineer to join our Downtown Los Angeles office. You will lead the design and delivery of mechanical projects while collaborating with clients, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.

The role blends technical engineering, project management, and client coordination, managing projects from planning through construction and mentoring junior staff. This is a growth-focused opportunity in Southern California.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of U.S. professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• FE/EIT required, PE preferred.
• Familiarity with California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, California Energy Code, and ASHRAE standards.
• Experience preparing construction documents and engineering calculations using industry-standard software tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC system design and coordination for a variety of building types.
• Support plumbing and piping system design based on project needs and experience.
• Serve as project manager and primary client contact for assigned projects.
• Develop project scopes, fee estimates, schedules, and work plans.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, deliverables, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Coordinate mechanical systems with architectural, structural, civil, electrical, and fire protection disciplines.
• Lead client meetings, project coordination meetings, site visits, field investigations, and construction meetings.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Review the work of project team members and provide constructive technical feedback.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Multidisciplinary coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

FE/EIT certification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Compensation: USD 120,000 - USD 155,000 - yearly

Company Description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 24 locations serving clients across the United States and overseas. To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.

Job Description

Coffman Engineers is seeking an outgoing and self-motivated HVAC Mechanical Engineer with 8 or more years of experience to join our growing Downtown Los Angeles office. The successful candidate will lead the design and delivery of mechanical engineering projects while working closely with clients, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.

This role combines technical engineering, project management, and client coordination. The successful candidate will manage projects from planning through construction, serve as a primary point of contact for clients, and mentor junior engineers and designers. This position also provides an opportunity to help grow Coffman’s mechanical engineering practice in Southern California.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the design and coordination of HVAC systems for a variety of building types.
• Support plumbing and piping system design based on project needs and experience.
• Serve as project manager and primary client contact for assigned projects.
• Develop project scopes, fee estimates, schedules, and work plans.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, deliverables, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Perform and review heating and cooling load calculations, equipment selections, and system analyses.
• Coordinate mechanical systems with architectural, structural, civil, electrical, and fire protection disciplines.
• Lead client meetings, project coordination meetings, site visits, field investigations, and construction meetings.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and contractor requests during construction.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Review the work of project team members and provide constructive technical feedback.
• Prepare proposals, project scopes, and fee estimates.
• Support client development through responsive service, strong project delivery, and continued relationship‑building.
• Collaborate with other Coffman offices to balance workload and share technical expertise.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the mechanical group and Downtown Los Angeles office.

Qualifications

Compensation and Benefits

• Approximate Base Salary – $120,000- $155,000 annually
• Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate
• Competitive end of year discretionary bonus based on company/team/personal performance
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• 401k with maximum of 5% Contribution Matching for 9% Employee Contribution

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of U.S. professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• FE/EIT required, PE preferred.
• Familiarity with California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, California Energy Code, and applicable ASHRAE standards.
• Experience preparing construction documents and engineering calculations using industry-standard software tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• California Mechanical Engineer PE registration.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience with plumbing systems is a plus.
• Experience with healthcare, aerospace, industrial, laboratory, higher education, K-12, civic, commercial, or institutional projects.
• Experience with central plants, utility infrastructure, laboratory facilities, electrification, decarbonization, or energy efficiency projects.
• Experience with construction administration and contractor coordination.
• Experience with project management responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience preparing proposals, scopes, and fee estimates.
• Experience collaborating with the Southern California architectural and engineering community.
• Participation in ASHRAE or other professional organizations.
• Experience performing field investigations and existing‑building assessments.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Self-motivated and consistent in following through on commitments.
• Takes ownership of assigned work and provides responsive client service.
• Able to organize and prioritize multiple assignments.
• Strong critical‑thinking, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Detail‑oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Communicates effectively with clients, project partners, and colleagues.
• Builds positive working relationships across disciplines and offices.
• Able to review the work of colleagues and provide constructive technical feedback.
• Contributes positively to department and office goals, culture, and morale.
• Approaches challenges with initiative and a solution‑oriented attitude.

Additional Information

Why You Want to Work Here

You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different – our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high‑performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture isn’t the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.

Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and a fun environment with family‑friendly policies. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth.

• 900+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 24locations
• Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
• 70+ employees in 9 offices, providing Fire Protection services since 2014
• #161 Top 500 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023

Applying

This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.