Hybrid Mechanical Engineer - Plumbing Systems

HED; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

HED is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer in Los Angeles to own portions of project design, documentation, and coordination. You will contribute to calculations, code research, QAQC, and cross-disciplinary coordination, with mentoring responsibilities growing over time.

The role emphasizes independent ownership, client interaction development, and leadership path within a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead design development and calculations for mechanical systems across schematic, design development, and construction document phases.
• Independently perform mechanical design tasks – such as load calculations, equipment sizing, controls sequences and diagrams, and code compliance checks – with minimal input.
• Prepare technical documentation for mechanical systems, including system descriptions and narratives, Division 21, 22 & 23 specifications, equipment schedules, and redline markups.
• Develop and review mechanical system layouts in Revit – including HVAC, plumbing and/or fire protection - in coordination with architectural and structural backgrounds.
• Coordinate mechanical design with internal disciplines and external consultants to resolve design conflicts and progress design.
• Review and respond to mechanical RFIs and submittals with support from engineers.
• Perform field verification for mechanical conditions, assist with punch walks, and participate in mechanical construction observation visits.
• Participate in early-phase design strategy discussions and support mechanical discipline leads with technical insight.
• Engage in internal QAQC processes and perform peer reviews of mechanical drawings and documentation for code compliance and drafting consistency.
• Begin mentoring mechanical designers and interns in software use, modeling best practices, documentation standards, and calculation basics.
• Participate in internal and external project meetings, and support the preparation of agendas, meeting minutes, and follow-up documentation with a focus on mechanical scope.
• Track and manage hours on assigned work and assist in project planning discussions regarding scope and resource allocation.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Curious

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

P.E. licensure

Tools

Revit

QAQC procedures

Documentation

Job description

HED is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer in Los Angeles to own portions of project design, documentation, and coordination. You will contribute to calculations, code research, QAQC, and cross-disciplinary coordination, with mentoring responsibilities growing over time.

The role emphasizes independent ownership, client interaction development, and leadership path within a collaborative, hybrid work environment.