Mechanical Design Engineer - Early Career/Mid-Level

GHT Limited; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

401(k) plan with company contributions

Bonuses based on performance

Training and mentoring opportunities

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

GHT Limited in Arlington, VA is seeking a bright, motivated mechanical design engineer with 4–13 years of HVAC design experience for commercial, multi-family residential, and institutional environments. The role offers a hybrid work environment after onboarding and opportunities to train others, with a strong emphasis on client satisfaction and project leadership.

The firm emphasizes growth, mentoring, and recognition, with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 4–13 years HVAC design experience in commercial, multi-family residential and institutional environments.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Ability to train other engineers and work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong understanding of building codes in Washington, DC metro area.
• Experience managing project schedules and budgets and coordinating across MEP disciplines.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD (recent releases), Revit, and MS Office; Revit strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel to job sites and perform site visits.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; E-Verify participation.

Skills

HVAC design

Load calculations

Equipment sizing

Control systems

Site surveys

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

GHT is seeking a bright, motivated mechanical design engineer with 4-13 years of HVAC design experience in the commercial, multi-family residential, and institutional environments.

Candidate Requirements

• Strongly prefer active Professional Engineer (PE) License in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated proficiency in HVAC design for the built environment including HVAC load calculations, equipment sizing and selection, developing control systems and performing site surveys.
• Understanding of applicable building codes within the various jurisdictions in the Washington, DC, metro area.
• Motivated to perform both independently and in a team setting; able to train other engineers.
• Demonstrated management skills including a commitment to client satisfaction and responsiveness, the ability to coordinate, organize, and manage information and people across all MEP disciplines.
• Ability to delegate tasks, manage project schedules and budgets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD (recent releases), Revit, MS Office. Revit is strongly preferred.
• Able to travel to job sites and conduct site visits, including carrying equipment/materials and being exposed to heights.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship or visa transfer. GHT participates in E-Verify.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment background check and drug test. Certain projects may have additional requirements.

About GHT

With 60 years of successful MEP design experience, GHT is one of the largest MEP engineering consulting firms in the DC Metro area. Our LEED Gold certified office is near the Ballston Metro in the heart of Arlington, Virginia. We provide an exceptional career experience through compensation, benefits, flexibility, and career opportunities.

• Hybrid work environment after initial onboarding period;
• Generous subsidies for national medical plan options with Cigna + subsidized dental and vision plans + extra insurance options;
• Paid Time Off (PTO), plus core and flexible holidays (and more!)
• 401(k) plan with company contributions;
• Opportunities to earn performance-based bonuses throughout the year;
• On-site leadership offering training and mentoring opportunities;
• True career progression through development in terms of design, MEP project management and leadership roles;
• Chance to train, develop, and mentor others;
• Personal and professional recognition; and
• Company-sponsored events, meals and refreshments in our renovated office.

This role encompasses more than one level of engineering classification; actual title and final compensation package will depend on an individual's experience, skills, education, and credentials, as evaluated by management. All base compensation estimates are a good-faith reflection of the pay range for someone who meets all the minimum requirements for the advertised role.

If you would like to join an industry-leading MEP engineering consulting firm, complete an application, and submit a cover letter and resume in confidence.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. GHT Limited ("GHT") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GHT provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition including lactation, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, upgrading, demotion or transfer, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other form of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all GHT-sponsored employee activities.