Mechanical Engineer – HVAC Systems

Tharp Consulting; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting in Deerfield Beach, FL, seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer to design HVAC and mechanical systems for sustainable healthcare, education, and commercial buildings.

You will perform load calculations and energy modeling, select equipment, develop detailed plans and specifications, and coordinate with architects and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure code compliance and high-quality documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical/HVAC design background with experience in engineering calculations and modeling.
• Proficiency in producing detailed documentation, including plans and specifications.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills for cross-disciplinary coordination.
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and compliance practices.
• Commitment to sustainability-focused design and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform load calculations and develop energy modeling to support efficient system design.
• Select HVAC and mechanical equipment and develop clear, detailed plans and specifications.
• Collaborate with architects and multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems with building design.
• Support construction administration activities, including technical coordination during implementation.
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Mechanical/HVAC design

Engineering calculations

Energy modeling

Documentation & specs

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Job description

Mechanical Project Engineer responsible for designing HVAC and mechanical systems for sustainable healthcare, education, and commercial buildings.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform load calculations and develop energy modeling to support efficient system design.
• Select HVAC and mechanical equipment and develop clear, detailed plans and specifications.
• Collaborate with architects and multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems with building design.
• Support construction administration activities, including technical coordination during implementation.
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong mechanical/HVAC design background with experience in engineering calculations and modeling.
• Proficiency in producing detailed documentation, including plans and specifications.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills for cross-disciplinary coordination.
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and compliance practices.
• Commitment to sustainability-focused design and continuous professional development.