Mechanical Design Engineer

Jobot; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Competitive Bonus Package

Extremely Competitive Benefits Package

Flexible Work Schedules

Accelerated Career Growth

Generous PTO

401k Plan

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Arlington, VA. The role requires 3-5+ years in HVAC design and experience with commercial, institutional, and mission critical facilities. Hybrid work is available; EIT is required and PE is a plus. You will collaborate across disciplines and assist with design, energy modeling, and documentation.

The position offers competitive base pay, a robust benefits package, and opportunities for career growth within a long-standing engineering firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (or higher)
• 4-7 years of experience in the MEP industry
• EIT certification is required; PE license is a plus or actively pursuing licensure
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience coordinating across multiple disciplines

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the mechanical design process for new construction and renovation projects, including HVAC systems
• Assist with conceptual designs, equipment selection, drawings, specs, and energy modeling
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure code compliance and constructability
• Support construction administration tasks: RFIs, submittals, site visits
• Monitor project quality, schedule, and budget requirements
• Engage with clients to understand design needs and contribute to solutions
• Develop skills in project management while working with senior engineers

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Cross-discipline coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

EIT certification

PE license (or pursuing licensure)

Tools

Revit

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

$75000 - $115000 per year | Arlington, VA | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

We are a Leading Full-Service Engineering Consulting Firm with over 60 years of experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, IT, and Commissioning Services for various applications. Our expertise, combined with business partnerships and the latest MEP technology, has earned us industry admiration, partner respect, and client loyalty. We prioritize our employees' well-being, fostering work/life balance and a positive culture, which we believe gives us a competitive edge and ensures excellent client experiences.

Why join us?

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary!
• Competitive Bonus Package!
• Extremely Competitive Benefits Package!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Accelerated Career Growth!
• Generous PTO!
• 401k Plan!

Job Details

Mechanical Design Engineer EIT/PE (Hybrid)

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with 3-5+ years of experience in the HVAC Systems Design. Successful candidate will possess experience in Commercial, Institutional, and Mission Critical Facilities, national codes, standards, and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (or higher)
• 4-7 years of experience in the MEP industry
• EIT certification required; PE license is a plus (or actively pursuing licensure)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience coordinating across multiple disciplines

Preferred:

• Revit experience
• Interest in community-centered design

Duties

• Contribute to the mechanical design process for new construction and renovation projects, with exposure to mission-critical facilities
• Assist with conceptual designs, equipment selection, construction drawings, specifications, and energy modeling
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure code compliance, coordination, and constructability
• Support construction administration tasks, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and site visits
• Help track project quality, schedule, and budget requirements
• Engage with clients to understand design needs and contribute to solution development
• Continue building technical and project management skills while working closely with senior engineers

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