Mechanical Design Engineer

Blue-Signal-Search; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue-Signal-Search is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Cincinnati, Ohio. You will shape HVAC and building systems concepts for complex commercial projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and supporting sustainable facility solutions.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 6-9 years of relevant experience, and a strong ability to balance independent work with team collaboration.

Qualifications

• 6–9 years of experience designing building mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of engineering calculations and mechanical layouts.
• Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Shape HVAC and building systems concepts from planning to construction.
• Produce calculations, layouts, and equipment selections.
• Coordinate with architects and project stakeholders.
• Prepare technical documentation and specifications.
• Mentor junior design staff and enhance team delivery standards.

Skills

HVAC design

Mechanical layout design

Collaboration with stakeholders

Engineering calculations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Hybrid, Cincinnati, OH

Our client is a respected consulting engineering organization expanding its impact across complex building environments. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who wants to help shape high performance facilities, partner with experienced multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to projects that improve how people learn, heal, and work. This is a strong opportunity for an engineer who enjoys technical ownership, collaborative problem solving, and visible career growth in a flexible hybrid setting. The role is based on a senior level mechanical engineering position in the built environment, with project design, documentation, field support, and mentoring responsibilities.

What You Will Do

• Shape HVAC and building systems concepts for institutional and complex commercial projects from early planning through construction documentation.
• Produce calculations, layouts, and equipment selections for airside, hydronic, and related mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with architects, electrical engineers, and project stakeholders to keep design intent, budget, and schedule aligned.
• Prepare narratives, specifications, and technical documentation that translate design decisions into buildable project packages.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and field conditions to support accurate installation and project execution.
• Contribute to site visits, existing condition reviews, and construction phase support as questions arise in the field.
• Mentor junior design staff, share practical engineering guidance, and help elevate team delivery standards.
• Support sustainable, maintainable facility solutions with an eye toward long term performance and owner goals.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field, ideally from an ABET accredited program.
• Around 6–9 years of experience designing building mechanical systems or handling similar project‑based engineering work.
• Working knowledge of engineering calculations, mechanical layouts, specifications, and construction documents.
• Comfort collaborating across disciplines and communicating with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• FE preferred, PE path strongly valued.
• Ability to balance independent execution with team‑based project delivery.
• Willingness to perform occasional site visits and field coordination work.