Hybrid Mechanical Engineer – Plumbing & Systems Design

Harley Ellis Devereaux; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Harley Ellis Devereaux seeks a Mechanical Engineer - Plumbing to join our hybrid design team in the United States. You will perform mechanical engineering tasks, support project delivery from concept through construction, and grow into leadership responsibilities.

You will contribute calculations, code research, QAQC, and cross-discipline coordination while mentoring designers and interns and engaging with clients as you progress in your career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or equivalent, required.
• P.E. licensure required.
• 5+ years in the AEC industry preferred.
• Experience with Revit and mechanical design drafting.
• Written and verbal communication skills commensurate with the position.

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 skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

P.E. licensure

Tools

Revit

Job description

Harley Ellis Devereaux seeks a Mechanical Engineer - Plumbing to join our hybrid design team in the United States. You will perform mechanical engineering tasks, support project delivery from concept through construction, and grow into leadership responsibilities.

You will contribute calculations, code research, QAQC, and cross-discipline coordination while mentoring designers and interns and engaging with clients as you progress in your career.