Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) : 202490

HKA Enterprises; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises in Greer, SC is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to design and coordinate mechanical and process systems. You will validate designs through calculations and collaborate with clients, vendors, and contractors to keep projects on track.

The role requires PE licensure, travel to client sites, and strong written communication and organizational skills. Join a team focused on delivering robust, compliant industrial solutions.

Qualifications

• BSME or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and NavisWorks in integrated design.
• Experience in the A/E industry for chemicals, heavy industrial, and manufacturing.
• Ability to travel and spend time onsite with customers.
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design for mechanical and process systems ranging from simple to complex.
• Coordinate with design team members across mechanical/process and other disciplines.
• Develop design solutions for mechanical utilities: chilled water, cooling towers, steam, air, gas, and water.
• Validate design via HVAC load calculations and pressure drops.
• Support work delivered from multiple office locations.
• Direct project workflow of engineers, designers and drafters to completion.
• Interact and collaborate with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Manage scope changes and risks, with contingency plans with PMs and Discipline Manager.
• Participate in construction services: field verification, site observations, RFIs, submittal reviews.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Technical writing

Organization

Ownership & follow-through

Rapid learning

Education

BSME or equivalent degree

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

NavisWorks

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Perform a variety of engineering work in the initial planning and design phase of equipment, systems, or processes with a clear understanding of the project objectives and related regulatory and/or industry requirements and practices.

Responsibilities:

• Design for mechanical and process systems ranging from simple to complex.
• Coordination with design team members, both in mechanical/process and other disciplines.
• Develop design solutions for mechanical utility systems such as chilled water, cooling tower water, heating water, steam and condensate, compressed air, natural gas, and water.
• Validate design through mechanical calculations including HVAC load calculations, air and water pressure drops.
• Support work delivered from multiple office locations.
• Direct project workflow of engineers, designers and drafters to ensure project completion.
• Interact and collaborate with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and work with Discipline Manager and Project Managers to develop contingency plans.
• Participate in services during construction, including field verification, site observations reports, responses to RFIs, and submittal reviews.

Job Requirements

• BSME or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
• Experience delivering projects utilizing AutoCAD and Revit and coordinating an integrated design using coordination tools such as NavisWorks.
• Demonstrated experience working in the architectural/engineering (A/E) industry supporting projects in the specialty chemicals, heavy industrial, and manufacturing industries.
• Ability to travel as this position may require individuals to spend time onsite with customers.
• Ability/Willingness to climb to elevated platforms via plant stairs and ladders at client sites.
• Good communicator and team player.
• Good technical writing ability.
• Highly organized.
• Must show ownership and follow-through on assigned projects.
• Interest in professional growth.
• Ability to learn quickly and grasp new concepts, especially as they relate to engineering and construction.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.