Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)

Fuss & O'Neill; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule flexibility

Health benefits

Learning opportunities

Paid time off

Career growth

Team culture

Job summary

Fuss & O'Neill, a leading New England-based engineering firm, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join the growing MEP team. You will focus on HVAC design across diverse building projects, with opportunities in plumbing and energy-efficiency.

The role blends technical design with field investigations, collaboration with senior engineers, and hybrid work arrangements with in-office and remote days. 2+ years' HVAC experience preferred; EIT encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 2+ years of HVAC engineering experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; Revit or BIM software preferred.
• Experience with HVAC load calculation software (e.g., Trane TRACE) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC designs for commercial and institutional buildings.
• Create and update drawings using AutoCAD and Revit, coordinating with disciplines.
• Conduct weekly field investigations and site visits.
• Manage design tasks and support senior engineers.
• Prepare calculations, specs, reports, and project documentation.

Skills

HVAC design

AutoCAD

Revit

Field investigations

Load calculations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

EIT certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Trane TRACE

Job description

Description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That's what it takes to work at Fuss & O'Neill – because that's what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we've prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you've found your future.

Mechanical Engineer

Fuss & O'Neill, a leading New England-based consulting firm, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our growing MEP team. This is an exciting opportunity for a mechanical engineer with HVAC consulting experience to take on increasing responsibility across a diverse range of building projects while working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.

The Mechanical Engineer will focus primarily on HVAC engineering and design, with opportunities to contribute to plumbing and energy-efficiency projects. This position combines technical design and analysis with field investigations and construction support, providing the opportunity to work across multiple phases of project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC designs and engineering solutions for commercial, institutional, and other building projects, including load calculations, equipment sizing, and technical analysis.
• Create and update mechanical drawings and models using AutoCAD and Revit, coordinating designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and other disciplines.
• Conduct weekly field investigations and site visits, and support construction administration through site observations, submittal reviews, RFIs, and related project activities.
• Manage assigned design tasks independently while collaborating with senior engineers on technical decisions, quality control, and final design review.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, technical reports, and project documentation while applying applicable codes and standards, including IBC, IMC, ASHRAE, NFPA, and IECC.
• Communicate effectively with project teams, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders, while supporting plumbing and energy-efficiency projects as opportunities arise.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.
• 2+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably within an HVAC consulting environment.
• EIT certification or progress toward obtaining an EIT preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with Revit or other BIM software preferred.
• Experience with HVAC load calculation software, such as Trane TRACE, preferred.
• Experience with plumbing design, energy efficiency, or energy modeling is a plus.
• Willingness to work approximately 3-4 days per week in the office and travel periodically for fieldwork.

This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds – collaborate in-office with a high-performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We’re committed to supporting work-life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmitve Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O'Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.

About Fuss & O'Neill

Fuss & O'Neill is a civil and environmental engineering firm that provides client-specific, forward-thinking, and holistic solutions. Since 1924, we have made it our mission to improve the built and natural environments in response to our public and private clients' evolving needs.