Hybrid Mechanical Engineer – Plumbing & Fire Protection

HED; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HED is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to own portions of project design, documentation, and coordination from concept through construction. The role emphasizes technical contribution, mentoring, and cross‑discipline collaboration within a hybrid work model.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in the AEC industry, and a P.E. licensure, with strong Revit experience and solid communication skills to support client interaction and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• P.E. licensure is required.
• 5+ years in the AEC industry preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design tasks and calculations across schematic to construction docs.
• Develop and review mechanical system layouts in Revit.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines and external consultants.
• Mentor mechanical designers and interns on modeling, documentation, and calculations.
• Perform field verification and support construction observation visits.
• Support design strategy discussions and QAQC processes.

Skills

Revit

Design development

Coordination

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

P.E. licensure

Tools

Revit

Job description

HED is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to own portions of project design, documentation, and coordination from concept through construction. The role emphasizes technical contribution, mentoring, and cross‑discipline collaboration within a hybrid work model.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in the AEC industry, and a P.E. licensure, with strong Revit experience and solid communication skills to support client interaction and project delivery.