Licensed Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/MEP

AlphaX; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Opportunity to engineer complex sites

Job summary

AlphaX is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with hands-on HVAC and mechanical design experience to lead engineering projects across commercial, healthcare, institutional, and municipal facilities.

This role blends technical design leadership with construction-phase support, from initial system design through final project delivery. You will design, review, and seal engineering documents, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and pursue energy-efficient, code-compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Active PE license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience; 10+ years preferred.
• Direct HVAC and mechanical MEP design experience in commercial, healthcare, institutional, municipal, or comparable facilities.
• Proficiency in load calculations, ventilation design, HVAC equipment selection, energy efficiency, and mechanical codes.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or equivalent software.
• Strong collaboration with building owners, architects, contractors, and engineering teams.
• Hands-on design experience essential; PM-focused backgrounds not qualified.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of HVAC and mechanical systems for diverse facilities.
• Perform load calculations and select equipment.
• Prepare mechanical plans, specs, schedules, and calculations.
• Sign and seal engineering documents when licensed.
• Coordinate designs with architectural and other disciplines.
• Conduct site visits and commissioning support.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and design changes for compliance.
• Maintain project records and quality deliverables.

Skills

PE license

HVAC design

MEP design

Load calculations

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Building codes

Coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

We’re seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with hands‑on HVAC and mechanical design experience to lead engineering projects for commercial, healthcare, institutional, and municipal facilities. This role combines technical design leadership with construction-phase support, from initial system design through final project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Design HVAC and mechanical systems that meet building requirements, performance standards, and applicable codes.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations, evaluate ventilation needs, select equipment, and assess energy efficiency.
• Prepare mechanical plans, technical specifications, equipment schedules, engineering calculations, and construction documents.
• Serve as Engineer of Record when assigned, ensuring technical quality and sound engineering decisions throughout the project.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Evaluate existing building conditions, regulatory requirements, and project constraints to determine appropriate design solutions.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and proposed design changes for technical compliance.
• Conduct site visits, field evaluations, and construction observations to verify design intent and identify installation issues.
• Resolve design conflicts, code concerns, and field challenges while maintaining system performance and compliance.
• Evaluate alternative designs to improve cost efficiency, energy performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Support commissioning, inspections, testing, and final project handover.
• Sign and seal engineering documents as authorized by licensure and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure deliverables meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience; 10+ years preferred.
• Direct HVAC and mechanical MEP design experience in commercial, healthcare, institutional, municipal, or comparable facilities.
• Strong knowledge of load calculations, ventilation design, HVAC equipment selection, energy efficiency, and mechanical codes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or equivalent mechanical design software.
• Experience preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, construction drawings, specifications, and equipment schedules.
• Understanding of building system integration and multidisciplinary design coordination.
• Strong technical judgment, analytical skills, troubleshooting abilities, and communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with building owners, architects, contractors, and engineering teams.
• Healthcare, municipal, institutional, veterinary, or other complex facility experience preferred.
• Substantial hands‑on HVAC and mechanical design experience is essential. Candidates whose backgrounds focus primarily on project management, administration, or coordination without significant design involvement will not qualify.

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Opportunity to engineer complex commercial and institutional facilities
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
• Long-term career development and advancement opportunities