Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Salas O'Brien; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Professional development support

Job summary

Salas O’Brien in Tysons, VA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer/Designer to design HVAC systems for multi-family, data centers, and commercial spaces. You will produce drawings in AutoCAD and Revit and conduct field investigations.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s or master’s in engineering and at least 5 years of HVAC experience, with strong knowledge of HVAC systems, load calculations, and codes. This role offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Engineering field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in HVAC design and construction.
• Technical Skills: duct design, piping design, air handlers, heat pump, and boiler systems.
• Load calculations, equipment selection and design.
• Code knowledge: IBC, IMC and IECC, DDC controls, HAP or Energy Pro.
• Adaptability: Flexibility and willingness to work on various projects and tasks.
• Initiative: Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative to drive projects forward.

Responsibilities

• Design Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning Systems for various types of facilities.
• Produce mechanical design drawings in AutoCAD and/or Revit software.
• Perform field investigations.
• Coordinate quality control, scheduling, and programming.
• Coordinate and communicate information and progress with all three disciplines (mechanical, electrical and plumbing).

Skills

HVAC design

Duct design

Piping design

Load calculations

DDC controls

IBC/IMC/IECC knowledge

Energy Pro

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

HAP

Energy Pro

Job description

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Engineer/Designer serves to design HVAC systems for buildings such as multi-family, data centers, commercial interiors, retail/mixed-use spaces, and institutional.

Responsibilities:

• Design Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning Systems for various types of facilities
• Produce mechanical design drawings in AutoCAD and/or Revit software
• Perform field investigations
• Coordinate quality control, scheduling, and programming
• Coordinate and communicate information and progress with all three disciplines (mechanical, electrical and plumbing)

Qualifications And Experience:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Engineering field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in HVAC design and construction
• Technical Skills:
  • solid understanding of duct design, piping design, air handlers, heat pump, and boiler systems
  • experience with performing load calculations, equipment selection and design, wet and dry side system design
  • knowledge of IBC, IMC and IECC codes, DDC controls, HAP or Energy Pro
• Adaptability: Flexibility and willingness to work on various projects and tasks, embracing new challenges with enthusiasm.
• Initiative: Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative to drive projects forward.

Location

Tyson, VA

Travel

minimal

Benefits:

This role is eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For More Information, Visit Our Full Benefits Overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.