HVAC/ MEP Engineer - Mechanical, Plumbing, HVAC

CyberCoders; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation/PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Bonus

Relocation

Telecommute

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking an experienced HVAC/MEP Engineer to design, coordinate and deliver mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems for commercial construction projects. You will produce code-compliant designs, collaborate with architects and contractors, and support construction and commissioning to ensure performance and safety goals.

The role requires 5+ years in HVAC/MEP on built projects, proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit, and strong knowledge of ASHRAE/NFPA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related field; masters degree or relevant certifications a plus.
• 5+ years of progressive experience designing and delivering commercial HVAC/MEP systems on construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems and their integration in commercial buildings.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit (BIM), load calculation software and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with building codes and standards (ASHRAE, IMC, NFPA) and sustainable design practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and supporting mechanical system designs for commercial buildings, including load calculations, equipment selection and ductwork/piping layouts.
• Produce and review mechanical and electrical drawings and specifications using AutoCAD/Revit and BIM workflows; ensure coordination across disciplines to avoid clashes.
• Perform engineering calculations (heating/cooling loads, ventilation rates, pressure drops) and prepare cost estimates and equipment schedules.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes and standards (ASHRAE, IMC, NFPA, local building codes) and incorporate energy-efficiency and sustainability best practices.
• Provide construction support including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, conducting site visits, and resolving field coordination issues.
• Oversee commissioning and functional testing of HVAC/MEP systems to verify performance and operational readiness.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, general contractors and specialty contractors to maintain project schedules, budgets and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, drawings, as-built records and O&M manuals.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, and contribute to continuous improvement of MEP design and delivery processes.

Skills

HVAC/MEP design experience

Project management

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Master's or relevant certification (plus)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit (BIM)

Load calculation software

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Job description

HVAC/MEP Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled HVAC/MEP Engineer to design, coordinate and deliver mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems for commercial construction projects. The role focuses on producing practical, code-compliant MEP designs, collaborating with architects and contractors, supporting construction and commissioning, and ensuring systems meet performance, safety and budget objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and supporting mechanical system designs for commercial buildings, including load calculations, equipment selection and ductwork/piping layouts.
• Produce and review mechanical and electrical drawings and specifications using AutoCAD/Revit and BIM workflows; ensure coordination across disciplines to avoid clashes.
• Perform engineering calculations (heating/cooling loads, ventilation rates, pressure drops) and prepare cost estimates and equipment schedules.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes and standards (ASHRAE, IMC, NFPA, local building codes) and incorporate energy-efficiency and sustainability best practices.
• Provide construction support including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, conducting site visits, and resolving field coordination issues.
• Oversee commissioning and functional testing of HVAC/MEP systems to verify performance and operational readiness.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, general contractors and specialty contractors to maintain project schedules, budgets and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, drawings, as-built records and O&M manuals.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, and contribute to continuous improvement of MEP design and delivery processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related field; masters degree or relevant certifications a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience designing and delivering commercial HVAC/MEP systems on construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems and their integration in commercial buildings.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit (BIM), load calculation software and Microsoft Office; experience with construction management software is a plus.
• Familiarity with building codes and standards (ASHRAE, IMC, NFPA) and sustainable design practices.
• Proven experience in construction-phase support, commissioning and field coordination.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills; ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in commercial construction environments and understanding of contractor workflows, scheduling and cost control.

Benefits

• Vacation/PTO
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Bonus
• Relocation
• Telecommute