Mechanical Design Engineer

Actalent; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 110,208,000 - 158,399,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent in Rockville, MD is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design building systems using Revit and support documentation across commercial, infrastructure, government, and healthcare projects.

You will perform load calculations with Trane Trace or Carrier HAP, conduct site visits, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure constructability and code compliance. This is a Contract-to-Hire hybrid position with office and remote days.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of mechanical engineering or mechanical design experience for building projects.
• Proficiency in Revit for mechanical design and documentation.
• Experience performing load calculations using Trane Trace or HAP.
• Ability to conduct site visits and assess existing conditions.
• Hybrid work arrangement with in-office and remote duties.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for building projects across sectors.
• Model designs in Revit to produce coordinated construction documents.
• Perform load calculations using Trane Trace or Carrier HAP.
• Conduct weekly site visits to assess conditions.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure constructability and integration.
• Use AutoCAD to support design and coordination.
• Maintain project documentation per company standards.
• Review and update designs based on site findings and stakeholder feedback.

Skills

Experience 5-10 yrs

Revit proficient

Trane Trace / HAP

Building systems design

Site visits

Hybrid work

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Mechanical Designer experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

This hybrid Mechanical Design Engineer role focuses on designing mechanical systems for a wide range of building projects, including commercial, infrastructure, government, K–12, higher education, healthcare, and laboratory facilities. You will use Revit and other design tools to develop high-quality mechanical designs, perform load calculations, and conduct regular site visits to assess existing conditions. This position offers a flexible hybrid schedule and strong opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for building projects across sectors such as commercial, infrastructure, government, K–12, higher education, healthcare, and laboratories.
• Develop and model mechanical designs using Revit to produce accurate and coordinated construction documents.
• Perform mechanical load calculations using tools such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP to size and select appropriate equipment.
• Conduct weekly site visits to assess existing building conditions and gather field data to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate mechanical designs with other disciplines and ensure constructability.
• Use AutoCAD as needed to support design, documentation, and coordination efforts.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to create efficient, reliable, and code-compliant building systems.
• Review and update designs based on site findings, project requirements, and stakeholder feedback.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and design records in accordance with company standards.

Essential Skills

• 5–10 years of experience in mechanical engineering or mechanical design for building projects.
• Proficiency in Revit for mechanical system design and documentation.
• Experience performing load calculations using Trane Trace or Carrier HAP.
• Strong expereince in mechanical design for building systems across multiple project types.
• Ability to conduct site visits and assess existing mechanical and building conditions.
• Capability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing in-office, remote, and field responsibilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or experience as a Mechanical Designer is highly valued, though a degree is not strictly required.
• Experience using AutoCAD for mechanical design and drafting.
• Familiarity with a variety of building types, including commercial, infrastructure, government, K–12, higher education, healthcare, and laboratories.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Desire for career growth and willingness to take on increasing responsibility in a growing organization.

Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid work environment with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. The role includes an average of one site visit per week to active or existing facilities to evaluate mechanical systems and building conditions. You will work with modern design tools such as Revit, Trane Trace or Carrier HAP for load calculations, and AutoCAD to support design and documentation. The organization promotes upward mobility and professional development, providing opportunities to advance your career while contributing to diverse and impactful building projects. Dress expectations align with a professional office setting and may be adjusted as appropriate for site visits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockville, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $55.28/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Rockville,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026