Mechanical Engineer II

careers-aeieng; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) in Chicago is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to design energy-efficient HVAC systems for technically sophisticated facilities.

You will develop and document system designs from concept plans and criteria, using basis of design information and input from project partners and field surveys. The ideal candidate has a BSAE/BSME, 3+ years of HVAC experience, and a PE license or the ability to become licensed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in AE/ME (BSAE/BSME) required.
• 3+ years’ experience designing HVAC building systems in complex facilities.
• PE License or ability to become licensed.
• Proficiency in Revit MEP, AutoCAD, and Navisworks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document system designs from concept plans and technical design criteria, using basis of design and information from users, partners, surveys and code research.

Skills

HVAC design

BSAE/BSME

Communication skills

Project documentation

Education

BSAE or BSME

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

Overview

Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity

AtAffiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI), we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we’ve supported mission-driven organizations in designing systems and environments that advance society and improve lives. Today, with more than 900 professionals across 22 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors.

From elevating patient care in Mayo Clinic’s world-class hospitals to enabling discovery in high-containment laboratories for U.S. agencies and driving environmental progress with Microsoft’s renowned Thermal Energy Center, our work enriches the human experience, safeguards the environment, and pushes the boundaries of possibility.

AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, including Building Design+Construction, Engineering News-Record, and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, with distinctions such as being named the #1 Laboratory Engineering Firm in the nation and receiving multiple Best of the Best Project awards, underscoring the lasting legacy of our work.

At AEI, you’ll join a collaborative community where your expertise fuels innovation, your ideas drive progress, and your work helps shape a brighter future.

As a Mechanical Engineer II in our Chicago office, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.

Here’s why we need you:

In this role, you will exercise independent judgment to develop and document system designs from concept plans and technical design criteria and interprets and utilizes information set forth in basis of design as well as information gathered from users, project partners, field surveys, and code research.

Expertise of our most successful Mechanical Engineer II:

• BSAE or BSME required.
• 3+ years’ experience designing HVAC building systems in technically sophisticated facilities.
• PE License or ability to become licensed.
• Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit MEP, AutoCAD, Navisworks) preferred.

Effective skills to help you flourish:

• Strong spoken and written communications skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.