HVAC Mechanical Engineer - Design & Energy Efficiency

DPR Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a Mechanical Engineer – HVAC to lead design, analysis, and development of building systems across project phases. You will prepare drawings, calculations, equipment selections, and models while applying codes, energy standards, and best practices.

You will collaborate with architects and disciplines to deliver energy-efficient and constructible HVAC solutions for commercial and institutional facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years designing HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, healthcare, industrial, or mission-critical facilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Active NCEES Record preferred for licensure maintenance.
• Demonstrated experience designing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, hydronic, refrigeration, and mechanical equipment systems.
• Strong understanding of the International Mechanical Code (IMC), ASHRAE standards, International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), and other applicable building and energy codes.
• Proficiency with HVAC load calculation software, CAD and BIM platforms, and industry-standard engineering design tools.
• Strong knowledge of construction documentation, multidisciplinary coordination, and construction administration practices.
• Excellent analytical, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while working effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC drawings, specifications, calculations, equipment selections, and analytical models throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Design heating, ventilation, air conditioning, hydronic, refrigeration, exhaust, and mechanical equipment systems in accordance with applicable codes, energy standards, and engineering best practices.
• Perform engineering calculations including heating and cooling load analyses, ventilation calculations, duct and pipe sizing, pressure loss analyses, equipment selection, and system performance evaluations under the guidance of senior engineers when appropriate.
• Prepare coordinated construction documents, equipment schedules, ductwork and piping layouts, control narratives, system diagrams, and supporting design documentation.
• Utilize CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software to develop and coordinate accurate 2D drawings and 3D HVAC models.
• Collaborate with architects, structural, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and controls teams to deliver coordinated and constructible HVAC system designs.
• Support construction administration by reviewing shop drawings and submittals, responding to Requests for Information (RFIs), participating in site visits, assisting with commissioning activities, and supporting field coordination.
• Participate in project coordination meetings to communicate design progress, resolve technical issues, and support successful project execution.
• Maintain organized engineering documentation and contribute to quality reviews, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to expand technical expertise in HVAC system design, energy efficiency, decarbonization, and building performance.

Skills

HVAC design

Load calculations

CAD

BIM

Coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking a Mechanical Engineer – HVAC to lead design, analysis, and development of building systems across project phases. You will prepare drawings, calculations, equipment selections, and models while applying codes, energy standards, and best practices.

You will collaborate with architects and disciplines to deliver energy-efficient and constructible HVAC solutions for commercial and institutional facilities.