Mechanical Engineer

Cushing Terrell; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell is seeking an Experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of complex HVAC and plumbing systems for diverse building types, working with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, architects, designers, and planners.

You will develop HVAC concepts, perform site assessments, run building analyses, and review construction documents while mentoring engineers and drafters. The salary range is $90,000–$130,000 per year, with potential annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in consulting HVAC engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer, or ability to obtain licensure.
• Proficient in Revit MEP for mechanical design and coordination.
• Ability to design complex HVAC systems, including VAV, DOAS, VRF, data room cooling, and packaged rooftop systems, as well as chilled water and hydronic heating systems, including pipe, pump, duct, and fan sizing and selection.
• Advanced knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation, and mechanical building codes.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of engineers and drafters to produce construction documents.
• Proficient in writing mechanical specifications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience producing 3D coordinated mechanical models in a multidisciplinary BIM environment.
• Skilled in HVAC load modeling software, such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam, Revit MEP, and relevant HVAC design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of HVAC design concepts, independently or in collaboration with other engineers.
• Conduct site assessments and building analysis to produce engineering reports and improvement recommendations.
• Identify energy conservation measures, including potential savings and implementation costs.
• Provide quality control review of mechanical designs and deliver constructive technical feedback.
• Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge, making technical decisions and reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and drafters to produce high-quality construction documents.

Skills

HVAC design concepts

Mentoring & leading teams

Project coordination

Strong communication

Code compliance knowledge

BIM coordination

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Position Title: Mechanical Engineer

Experienced Mechanical Engineer

Position Description

Cushing Terrell is seeking an Experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our team on an on-site basis. In this role, you will lead the design of complex HVAC and plumbing systems for a variety of building types, working alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers, architects, designers, and planners.

Day to day, you will develop HVAC design concepts, conduct site assessments and building engineering analysis, and provide quality control review of mechanical designs produced by others on the team.

Success in this role means producing high-quality, code-compliant mechanical designs, mentoring and leading a team of engineers and drafters to deliver strong construction documents, and being a trusted technical resource within the firm's mechanical engineering practice.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 to $130,000 annually.

Required Qualifications**

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in consulting HVAC engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer, or ability to obtain licensure
• Proficient in Revit MEP for mechanical design and coordination
• Ability to design complex HVAC systems, including VAV, DOAS, VRF, data room cooling, and packaged rooftop systems, as well as chilled water and hydronic heating systems, including pipe, pump, duct, and fan sizing and selection
• Advanced knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation, and mechanical building codes
• Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of engineers and drafters to produce construction documents
• Proficient in writing mechanical specifications
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience producing 3D coordinated mechanical models in a multidisciplinary BIM environment
• Skilled in HVAC load modeling software, such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam, Revit MEP, and relevant HVAC design software

Preferred Qualifications**

• Working knowledge of plumbing systems, including domestic hot and cold water and waste and vent systems
• Advanced understanding of digital temperature control systems and sequences of operation

Position Responsibilities***

• Lead development of HVAC design concepts, independently or in collaboration with other engineers
• Conduct site assessments and building analysis to produce engineering reports and improvement recommendations
• Identify energy conservation measures, including potential savings and implementation costs

Provide quality control review of mechanical designs and deliver constructive technical feedback

Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge, making technical decisions and reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents

Lead and mentor a team of engineers and drafters to produce high-quality construction documents

Working at Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, 'design meets you.' Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CushingTerrell_Benefits-Guide_2025.pdf

Things to Note

*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors, as permitted by law. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.

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