Junior Residential Mechanical Designer

PEG, LLC; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Corporate events

Professional development

Job summary

PEG, LLC, based in Fairfax, VA, is seeking a Junior Residential Mechanical Designer to join our energy-efficiency and green-building team. This entry-level role focuses on training and career development in residential HVAC design using industry-leading software.

The position offers hybrid work after a 90-day review and requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering with strong math, Thermodynamics and HVAC coursework. AutoCAD or REVIT experience is a plus, with opportunities for salary incentives.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering with GPA 3.0 or above
• EIT not required but salary incentive if obtained
• AutoCAD or REVIT experience is a plus
• Strong Excel/SharePoint proficiency

Responsibilities

• Perform and review HVAC load calculations, duct sizing, and system sizing per ACCA standards
• Provide support to analysis team
• Organize scope into major categories to outline deliverables and milestones
• Determine primary timetable for deliverables
• Modify critical paths based on prevailing conditions
• Develop workarounds to overcome obstacles in the critical path
• Interface with Operations, Owners, and Subcontractors to discuss impact of work and resolution of problems
• Understand current IECC and state codes for Residential Design

Skills

HVAC design

Load calculations

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Wrightsoft

RESCheck

REMrate

Job description

WHO ARE WE?

PEG, LLC is in its twenty-eighth year being a diverse energy efficiency, engineering, environmental and management consulting firm operating principally in the Eastern and Central United States.

PEG, LLC is proud to partner with many of the nation’s leading homebuilders in delivering construction compliance services. As a leader in Home Energy Ratings, a winner of multiple Energy Star Awards, and a standout in the construction industry, PEG has provided Home Energy Ratings for over 300,000 homes. Our mission is to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that support high-performance buildings, sustainable development, and client success across residential and commercial sectors. We strive to continually improve building energy efficiency and therefore, the quality of homes and life in the communities that we service.

Please visit our website at www.pegenv.com to learn more about PEG!

WHO ARE YOU?

Junior Residential Mechanical Designers at PEG will have the opportunity to perform load calculations and design residential HVAC systems using the industry’s leading modeling software. PEG specializes in green building and design which we incorporate in each project. This is an entry-level position that focuses on furthering professional career development through training and certifications. We are looking for someone self-motivated, detailed oriented, and hardworking to add to our dynamic team.

Job Location:

This position is based in our main office in Fairfax, VA with the option of a hybrid remote/office work schedule after the completion of the employee's 90 Day Performance Review.

Essential Functions:

• Training will be needed in the following areas to become a Residential Mechanical Designer:
  • Perform and review HVAC load calculations, duct sizing, and system sizing per ACCA Standards
  • Provide support to analysis team
  • Communicate any auditing areas to Management and provide options for resolution
  • Organize scope into major categories to outline deliverables and milestones
  • Determine primary timetable for deliverables
  • Modify critical paths based on prevailing conditions
  • Develop workarounds to overcome obstacles in the critical path
  • Integrate, review, and validate critical relationships with primary parties
  • Receive and understand client constraints
  • Able to modify and adjust to software – Manual J Software, AutoCAD, Wrightsoft-Wrightdraw, RESCheck, REMrate
  • Manage and control all data through Excel and SharePoint
  • Interface with Operations, Owners, and Subcontractors to discuss impact of work and resolution of problems.
  • Understand current IECC and state codes for Residential Design

Education/Experience:

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field is required with a GPA of 3.0 or above.
  • Relevant coursework includes but is not limited to the following: Thermodynamics, Fluids, HVAC, Material Science, and Circuits.
• EIT is NOT required but salary incentive will be offered to those who obtain it.
• AutoCAD or REVIT experience during college is a PLUS.

Additional Requirements

• Advanced Proficiency in Excel/SharePoint
• Strong Attention to Detail
• Deadline-Oriented
• Efficient Time Management Skills
• Effective Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent Verbal/Written Communication Skills
• Ability to read/write/comprehend technical instructions

Rewards and Benefits

PEG, LLC offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• 20 Annual Paid Days Off (12 Days of PTO, Birthday PTO, & 7 Company Paid Holidays)
• Company Sponsored Medical Insurance that includes a contribution of up to 50% off the monthly premium
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 4% company match vested immediately
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Pet Insurance
• Corporate Sponsored Events
• Paid Professional Development & Salary Incentives through Learning/Certification Opportunities

PEG, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

PEG, LLC uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.