Mechanical Engineer - PE (HVAC)

Jobgether; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company’s

Comprehensive health coverage

Wellness program

Pet insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules and hybrid/work‑at‑

Career development

Job summary

Jobgether in the United States seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC design for facilities and infrastructure projects from calculations through construction documentation.

You will develop unitary HVAC, chilled water, hydronic systems, perform load calculations, and draft in Revit, while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior engineers. A PE license and ABET-degree are required, with 5–10 years of HVAC experience. Hybrid work and periodic travel offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5–10 years of HVAC engineering experience with ability to independently develop complete mechanical designs.
• Strong proficiency in unitary HVAC, chilled water, heating hot water, air distribution, and hydronic systems.
• Knowledge of psychrometrics and humidity control.
• Experience with healthcare, justice and detention, K–12 education, publicly funded, and industrial projects.
• Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu for design and drawing reviews.
• Familiarity with mechanical codes and ASHRAE standards.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead mechanical design efforts for small to medium-sized projects.
• Develop complete HVAC designs, including calculations, equipment selections, specifications, and construction documents.
• Design unitary HVAC, chilled water, heating hot water, air distribution, and hydronic piping systems.
• Perform load calculations and psychrometric analyses.
• Carry out mechanical design and drafting using Revit.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and provide guidance to EITs and designers.
• Support construction administration and assist senior engineers on complex systems.
• Participate in site visits and client meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Education

ABET-accredited BSc in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

The Mechanical Engineer will lead mechanical design activities and deliver comprehensive HVAC solutions for a diverse range of facility and infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects from initial engineering calculations through construction documentation and administration. You will apply your technical expertise across a variety of HVAC systems, ensuring designs meet project requirements, industry standards, and applicable codes. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to effective project delivery while supporting and mentoring junior engineers and designers. The position combines independent technical responsibility with collaboration on complex engineering challenges. It is suited to an experienced professional who values technical excellence, practical problem-solving, and continuous development.

Accountabilities

• Independently lead mechanical design efforts for small to medium-sized facility and infrastructure projects.
• Develop complete HVAC designs, including engineering calculations, equipment selections, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Design unitary HVAC, chilled water, heating hot water, air distribution, and hydronic piping systems.
• Perform load calculations, equipment sizing, and psychrometric analyses, addressing sensible and latent loads, dehumidification, and reheat requirements.
• Carry out hands‑on mechanical design and drafting using Autodesk Revit.
• Interpret and apply applicable mechanical codes, ASHRAE standards, and project‑specific requirements.
• Coordinate mechanical design activities with other engineering disciplines and provide technical guidance to EITs and designers.
• Support construction administration and assist senior engineers with complex HVAC systems, central plants, and specialized applications.
• Participate in site visits and client meetings as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 5–10 years of HVAC engineering experience, with demonstrated ability to independently develop complete mechanical designs.
• Strong technical expertise in unitary HVAC, chilled water, heating hot water, air distribution, and hydronic systems.
• Thorough understanding of psychrometrics, including independent calculations and their application to HVAC design and humidity control.
• Experience working on healthcare, justice and detention, K–12 education, publicly funded, and industrial projects.
• Expert proficiency in Autodesk Revit and Bluebeam Revu, including hands‑on design, drafting, and drawing review.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical codes, ASHRAE standards, equipment selection, and construction specifications.
• Experience with central plants, building automation systems, and complex renovations is preferred.
• Strong collaboration, communication, problem‑solving, and technical leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of multidisciplinary project teams.
• Willingness to travel periodically for site visits and client meetings.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities.
• Pet insurance.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible working schedules and hybrid or work‑from‑home options, depending on client needs.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Professional development support, including potential reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and professional organization memberships.

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