Mechanical Engineer-2607220JC02

Ardmore Roderick; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 89,960 - 120,016; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision

401K

Paid PTO

EAP

Job summary

Ardmore Roderick in Chicago, IL is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with HVAC experience to join our buildings solutions team. You will work with senior engineers and project managers to develop designs from concept through construction documents, focusing on efficient, code-compliant systems.

The ideal candidate has 1 to 5 years of HVAC design experience, proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, and the ability to coordinate across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 1 to 5 years of HVAC systems design experience.
• Experience applying building codes and standards.
• Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD for mechanical design.
• Familiarity with HVAC load calculation software such as Carrier HAP, Trane TRACE, IES, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Support HVAC design from concept through construction documents under supervision.
• Develop HVAC drawings, schedules, details, and BIM models using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform HVAC load calculations and equipment sizing, ductwork sizing, and energy code support.
• Coordinate HVAC with architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection disciplines.
• Review designs for code compliance and prepare permit drawings and specifications.
• Assist with project budgeting, scheduling, and QA/QC reviews.

Skills

HVAC design

Interdisciplinary coordination

Project deadlines

Communication of technical info

Code compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Carrier HAP / Trane TRACE / IES

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with HVAC experience to join our team at Ardmore Roderick. As a Mechanical Engineer, you join a team of buildings solutions experts working to solve our client’s ever evolving project needs. This role is intended for engineers with 1 to 5 years of experience who are looking to continue developing their technical design skills while working closely with senior engineers and project managers. This opportunity will be located in our Chicago, IL office.

Key Responsibilities

• Support HVAC design from concept through construction documents under the direction of senior engineers and project managers
• Develop HVAC drawings, schedules, details, and BIM models using Revit and AutoCAD
• Perform HVAC load calculations, equipment selections, ductwork sizing, hydronic piping sizing, ventilation calculations, and energy code support
• Assist with plumbing design, including domestic water, sanitary waste and vent, storm drainage, natural gas, and basic equipment coordination
• Coordinate HVAC with architectural, structural, civil, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression disciplines
• Review design work for compliance with applicable building codes and industry standards
• Support preparation of permit drawings, specifications, narratives, calculations, and other technical documentation
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination meetings and help resolve routing, equipment, space planning, and constructability issues
• Conduct field surveys, document existing conditions, and support construction administration activities including RFIs, submittals, site observations, and punch lists
• Use Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud (Forma), and other collaboration tools to support design reviews and project coordination
• Support project managers and discipline leads with budgets, schedules, task planning, and quality control reviews

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• 1 to 5 years of experience in HVAC systems design
• Experience with application of building codes and standards
• Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD for mechanical design
• Familiarity with engineering calculations and HVAC load calculation software such as Carrier HAP, Trane TRACE, IES, or similar tools
• Ability to coordinate across disciplines and communicate technical information clearly
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to support multiple projects and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT certification preferred, or active path toward EIT certification and eventual PE licensure
• Experience with City of Chicago Department of Buildings permit documents and local Illinois authorities having jurisdiction
• Experience with plumbing design beyond basic coordination, including pipe sizing, fixture calculations, water heating, storm drainage, and gas systems
• Fire suppression design or coordination experience, including sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire pumps, and applicable NFPA standards
• Experience with COMcheck or other energy code compliance documentation
• Experience with mission critical, public sector, higher education, industrial, commercial, residential, or infrastructure-related building projects
• Field experience with existing condition surveys, installation reviews, troubleshooting, commissioning, or punch list activities

Benefits

• We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401K, Paid Maternity Leave, Competitive PTO
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more

Sponsorship and relocation are not available for this opportunity.

Ardmore Roderick is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Ardmore Roderick participates in E-Verify.

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Please reach out to us if you require reasonable accommodation in responding to a job announcement, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process.

Salary Range: $89,960-120,016,Ardmore Roderick is providing the compensation range that the company believes it might pay and/or offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.