Mechanical Engineer

Jobtailor; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in HVAC design in Pennsylvania. You will perform heating and cooling load calculations, size ductwork and piping, select equipment, and conduct energy modeling as part of a collaborative engineering team.

You will interact with clients, contribute to engineering calculations, and support diverse building types from high-rise and life sciences to education and transportation projects.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in mechanical HVAC design.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field from a 4-year program.
• EIT or PE accreditation is a plus.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong technical writing and client interface abilities.
• Proficient knowledge of applicable codes.
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven.
• Ability to take direction and work independently.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Senior Mechanical Engineers and the Department Manager.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations.
• Size ductwork and piping.
• Select HVAC equipment.
• Perform energy modeling.
• Perform other engineering calculations.
• Support innovative building-systems designs across High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse, and Life Science facilities.

Skills

HVAC System Design

Energy Modeling

Revit Proficiency

AutoCAD Proficiency

Technical Writing

Client Interface Abilities

Load Calculations

Detail-Oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

EIT or PE accreditation (a plus)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

• Work closely with Senior Mechanical Engineers and the Department Manager
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations
• Size ductwork and piping
• Select HVAC equipment
• Perform energy modeling
• Perform other engineering calculations
• Support innovative building-systems designs across High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse, and Life Science facilities

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or related field, from a 4-year accredited college or university
• EIT or PE accreditation a plus
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
• Strong technical writing
• Presentation and client interface abilities
• Proficient knowledge of applicable codes
• Detail-oriented and deadline driven
• Ability to take direction and act independently
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in HVAC system design, including load calculations, ductwork sizing, and energy modeling, while effectively collaborating with engineering teams and managing project priorities. Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD, with strong technical writing and client presentation skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• HVAC System Design
• Energy Modeling
• Revit Proficiency
• AutoCAD Proficiency
• Technical Writing

Hard Skills

• Heating Load Calculations
• Cooling Load Calculations
• Ductwork Sizing
• Piping Sizing
• HVAC Equipment Selection
• Engineering Calculations
• Energy Modeling

Soft Skills

• Detail-Oriented
• Deadline Driven
• Client Interface Abilities
• Ability to Take Direction
• Organizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• EIT Accreditation
• PE Accreditation

Industry Keywords

• High Rise Facilities
• Mission Critical Facilities
• Multi-Unit Housing
• Commercial Office
• Higher Education
• Transportation
• Adaptive Reuse
• Life Science Facilities