Mechanical Designer (HVAC)

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design HVAC systems for diverse facilities. You will lead from concept through construction, coordinating with clients and project teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.

Ideal candidates bring 5–10 years of HVAC design experience, a BS in Mechanical Engineering, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, with strong communication and organization skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5–10 years of HVAC design experience in relevant facilities.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience with equipment selection, calculations, and shop drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; self-starter and organized.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems, layouts, calculations, equipment selection, and specifications.
• Support projects from initial design through construction and project completion.
• Perform LEED analysis and assist with project cost estimating.
• Review shop drawings and coordinate designs with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Apply knowledge of building systems and construction processes to develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Communicate effectively with clients and project stakeholders while managing work independently.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

PE or EIT preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Join a growing engineering team delivering innovative HVAC solutions for K-12 and higher education, municipal, multifamily, commercial, and industrial facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated engineer who wants to take ownership of projects, work directly with clients and project teams, and contribute from design through construction.

What You’ll Do

• Design HVAC systems, including layouts, calculations, equipment selection, and specifications.
• Support projects from initial design through construction and project completion.
• Perform LEED analysis and assist with project cost estimating.
• Review shop drawings and coordinate designs with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Apply knowledge of building systems and construction processes to develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Communicate effectively with clients and project stakeholders while managing work independently.

What You Bring

• 5–10 years of HVAC design experience in educational, institutional, multifamily, or commercial facilities.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and experience with Revit.
• Working knowledge of architectural and engineering design and construction processes.
• Experience with equipment selection, calculations, specifications, and shop drawing review.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with excellent organization, problem-solving, and time-management abilities.
• PE or EIT preferred

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Take on diverse, meaningful projects while working in a collaborative environment that values technical expertise, independence, client relationships, and innovative engineering solutions.