Mechanical Design Engineer

Silverspace Inc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Silverspace Inc. in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Mechanical Designer or Mechanical Engineer with 3–5 years of experience to support mission-critical data center projects.

You will design mechanical/HVAC systems and prepare drawings, specs, and calculations for efficient, code-compliant solutions. The role accepts candidates from mechanical design or mechanical engineering backgrounds with strong building mechanical/HVAC experience, collaborating across disciplines including architectural,

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of mechanical design or engineering experience.
• Experience with mission-critical facilities, data centers, or similar complex buildings.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC and building mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and applicable building codes.
• Mechanical PE license is a plus; EIT/PE progression is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical/HVAC systems for data center projects.
• Prepare engineering drawings, construction documents, specifications and calculations.
• Assist with HVAC system sizing, load calculations, and system layouts.
• Coordinate designs with architectural, electrical, structural, plumbing, and other disciplines.
• Support BIM/Revit coordination and multidisciplinary design coordination.
• Review drawings, submittals, RFIs, and project documentation.
• Apply building codes and ASHRAE standards.
• Assist with site visits, field investigations, and construction administration.
• Support senior engineers and project managers to deliver on schedule and budget.
• Perform quality control to ensure designs are constructible.

Skills

Mechanical design

HVAC systems

Coordination across disciplines

ASHRAE standards knowledge

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

• Mechanical Designer / Mechanical Engineer – Mission Critical / Data Centers
• Locations: Raleigh, NC
• Experience: 3–5 years
• Compensation: Approximately $90K–$120K, depending on experience and licensure

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking a Mechanical Designer or Mechanical Engineer with approximately 3–5 years of experience to join a growing engineering team. The ideal candidate will have experience working on mission-critical facilities, data centers, or other technically complex building projects.

This opportunity is open to candidates from either a mechanical design or mechanical engineering background, provided they have strong building mechanical/HVAC experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechanical/HVAC systems for building projects, particularly mission-critical and data center facilities.
• Prepare engineering drawings, construction documents, specifications, and technical calculations.
• Assist with HVAC system selection, equipment sizing, load calculations, and system layouts.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, electrical, structural, plumbing, and other disciplines.
• Participate in project meetings with clients, contractors, architects, and engineering teams.
• Support BIM/Revit coordination and multidisciplinary design coordination.
• Review drawings, submittals, RFIs, and other project documentation.
• Apply applicable building codes, ASHRAE standards, and engineering practices.
• Assist with site visits, field investigations, construction administration, and troubleshooting.
• Support senior engineers and project managers in delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
• Perform quality control to ensure designs are accurate, coordinated, and constructible.

Ideal Candidate:

• 3–5 years of experience in mechanical engineering or mechanical design.
• Experience with mission-critical facilities, data centers, healthcare, industrial, or complex commercial buildings.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and building mechanical systems.
• Experience with Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and applicable building codes.
• Strong multidisciplinary coordination and communication skills.
• Mechanical PE license is a plus and may impact compensation.
• EIT or progress toward PE is also a plus.

Compensation & Location:

The anticipated salary range is $90,000–$120,000, depending on experience, technical background, and professional licensure.