Mechanical Engineer

Design Hire LLC; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Syracuse, NY to focus on designing HVAC and mechanical systems. The successful candidate will collaborate with various project teams and must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD is essential. The firm values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC and building mechanical system design.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards, IBC, IMC, and related codes.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems including air distribution, chilled water, heating water, and ventilation systems.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with electrical and structural teams.

Skills

HVAC system design

Revit proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Load calculations

Energy modeling

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Syracuse, United States | Posted on 01/27/2026

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team, responsible for the design and coordination of HVAC and mechanical building systems. This role involves collaborating with architects, engineers, and project teams to deliver high-quality designs for commercial, institutional, and industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems including air distribution, chilled water, heating water, and ventilation systems.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications, and construction documents using Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Perform load calculations, energy modeling, and system sizing to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with electrical, structural, and architectural teams.
• Support field inspections, commissioning, and respond to RFIs during construction.
• Ensure all designs meet applicable building codes, ASHRAE standards, and project requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HVAC and building mechanical system design.
• Proficiency with Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards, IBC, IMC, and related codes.li>
• Strong communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.

Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

if hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.