Mechanical Design Engineer (MEP)

ELEN Consulting, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Safe Harbor and profit-sharing

Medical, dental, vision and life保险

PTO grows with tenure

Team social events

Professional development and mentoring

Career advancement paths

Performance-based cash bonuses

Job summary

ELEN Consulting, Inc. in San Diego seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to own mechanical designs from concept through construction documents across diverse building types. You'll collaborate with licensed PEs and leadership on technically meaningful projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on design, clear communication, and problem solving across HVAC, piping, load calculations, and specifications, with opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years HVAC/MEP experience.
• EIT certification or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Bluebeam Revu proficiency.
• Experience with load calculations and Title 24/compliance tools.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, IMC, IPC, NFPA, and Title 24 codes.
• Experience preparing project specifications and construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical designs from concept through construction documents.
• Perform load calculations, ductwork/piping design, equipment selection.
• Prepare and review specifications and drawings.
• Coordinate with architectural/engineering disciplines.
• Communicate with stakeholders to resolve design issues.

Skills

EIT certification

Strong communication

Construction coordination

Code compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Trane TRACE 3D Plus

Carrier HAP

EnergyPro

Job description

ELEN Consulting, Inc. is a San Diego-based MEP engineering firm delivering mechanical and electrical designs across federal/military, commercial, civic, education, and industrial projects throughout California. We're looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who is ready to take ownership of their designs and grow within a firm that invests in its people.

At ELEN, you'll work directly alongside licensed PEs and firm leadership on projects that carry real technical and professional weight. This is a hands‑on role. We value engineers who take their craft seriously, communicate openly, and want to build something over the course of their career rather than just fill a seat.

What we offer

• 401(k) Safe Harbor and profit‑sharing plan
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
• PTO that grows with your tenure
• Regular staff social events and team‑building activities
• Professional development and continuous learning through mentorship and industry exposure
• Career advancement paths aligned with your long‑term goals
• Performance‑based cash bonuses

What You’ll Do

You’ll be producing mechanical designs on active projects from concept through construction documents across a broad range of building types and client sectors. Responsibilities include load calculations, ductwork and piping design, equipment selection, specification preparation and review, and coordination with architectural and engineering disciplines. You’ll be expected to communicate clearly with project stakeholders and proactively identify and resolve design issues throughout the project lifecycle.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
• At least 2 years of HVAC and/or plumbing engineering experience in the MEP industry
• EIT certification or equivalent experience.
• Working proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu
• Experience with California‑specific HVAC load calculation and energy compliance software, including Trane TRACE 3D Plus or Carrier HAP for load calculations, and EnergyPro for Title 24 compliance
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE, IMC, IPC, NFPA, and California Energy Codes (Title 24)
• Experience preparing or reviewing project specifications and construction documents

Nice to Have:

• Experience with IES‑VE or equivalent energy modeling and performance analysis tools
• Familiarity with federal and military project delivery, including UFCs and UFGS
• Background in civic, institutional, or industrial project types

Compensation

$80,000 – $130,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capability.

Schedule & Location

Primary Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Friday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: San Diego, CA – primarily in‑office.

Flexible‑Hybrid work schedule available after the introductory period for candidates who have established their workflow.

How to Apply

Apply through LinkedIn or email your resume as a PDF to [e-mail].

We are not accepting inquiries from recruiters or placement agencies.