Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Alexandria (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Alexandria, MN is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead projects from concept through completion, focusing on mechanical and HVAC design for K‑12 education, healthcare, and multifamily developments, with strong client interaction.

You will work in a small, growing team with opportunities to move toward project management or advanced design, using Revit daily and coordinating with plumbing, electrical, civil, and structural colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of mechanical design engineering experience.
• 4+ years HVAC design experience with layout and coordination.
• 1+ years of experience performing mechanical load calculations.
• 1+ years of Revit experience in design and production.
• 3+ years of project management on engineering or construction projects.
• Ability to design and coordinate HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems.
• Strong communication skills for working directly with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality, schedule, and scope are met.
• Collaborate with clients to understand requirements, present design options, and maintain communication.
• Perform detailed HVAC design, including system selection, layout, and cross-disciplinary coordination.
• Develop and review mechanical drawings and specifications using Revit.
• Complete mechanical load calculations to size systems.
• Redline and mark up drawings to communicate design changes to production.
• Coordinate plumbing and piping design elements to support mechanical systems.
• Oversee day-to-day project management tasks, including planning and scheduling.
• Work with internal teams across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support business development and client relationships in meetings.

Skills

Mechanical design

HVAC design

Project management

Client communication

Team collaboration

Multi-project handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Revit

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

This role offers an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to lead projects from concept through completion while working closely with clients in a flexible office/remote setting. The position focuses on mechanical and HVAC design for projects in sectors such as K–12 education, healthcare, and multifamily developments, with a strong emphasis on project management and direct client interaction. You will join a small, growing engineering team where you can shape your career path toward either project management or advanced design, depending on your interests.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering projects from initial concept through final completion, ensuring quality, schedule, and scope are consistently met.
• Collaborate directly with clients to understand project requirements, present design options, and maintain strong communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform detailed HVAC design, including system selection, layout, and coordination with other disciplines.
• Develop and review mechanical design drawings and specifications using Revit, ensuring accuracy and constructability.
• Complete mechanical load calculations to support system sizing and design decisions.
• Redline and mark up drawings to communicate design changes, corrections, and improvements to the production team.
• Coordinate plumbing and piping design elements as needed to support overall mechanical systems.
• Oversee day-to-day project management tasks, including planning, scheduling, resource coordination, and progress tracking.
• Work closely with internal teams across mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural disciplines to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Support business development and client relationship efforts by participating in meetings and representing the engineering team professionally.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and best practices in mechanical design and engineering.

Essential Skills

• 4-year degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of mechanical design engineering experience.
• 4+ years of HVAC design experience, including system layout and coordination.
• 1+ years of experience performing mechanical load calculations.
• 1+ years of Revit experience, including design and production work.
• 3+ years of project management experience on engineering or construction projects.
• Proficiency in Revit for mechanical design, redlining, and production tasks.
• Experience with mechanical design and redlining of drawings.
• Ability to design and coordinate HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems.
• Strong communication skills for working directly with clients and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Plumbing knowledge and experience supporting plumbing system design.
• Experience working on K–12, healthcare, or multifamily projects.
• Background in a small or growing engineering firm environment.
• Interest in developing a career path in either project management or advanced design.
• Comfort working both independently and in small, multidisciplinary teams.

Work Environment

The role is based in a newer office in the North Loop area with the option for some remote work, providing a modern and collaborative environment. You will work closely with a small local team of approximately three to four people and connect regularly with a broader group of about eight colleagues in another office that includes mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural professionals. The schedule is Monday through Friday with flexible hours, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments while meeting project and client needs. You will use Revit and other engineering tools daily to produce and refine mechanical designs, and you will work directly with a leader who focuses on business development and project management, providing opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. The culture emphasizes autonomy, trust, and career ownership, giving you the freedom to pursue a path more heavily focused on project management or remain deeply involved in design work, depending on your goals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Alexandria, MN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

I will be getting updated benefits

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Alexandria,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.