Mechanical (HVAC) Engineer

GFT; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

GFT is looking for a Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) based in Raleigh, NC. The successful candidate will design and manage HVAC systems, plumbing, and fire protection systems across diverse projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering, a licensed Professional Engineer, and 4+ years of experience. Strong skills in HVAC design, project management, and team collaboration are essential.

GFT offers a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in the design of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE and ASPE Guidelines.
• General knowledge of Building Design and Services Coordination.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Lead client and agency meetings.

Skills

HVAC design skills

Plumbing design skills

Project Management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or Architectural Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Tools

REVIT

Office 365

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) in our Raleigh NC office. The Mechanical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for mechanical systems, ensuring comfort and sustainability in every project. From energy‑efficient power systems to advanced HVAC and plumbing designs, our team contributes to a resilient and sustainable built environment, pushing the boundaries of building system design and optimizing performance while addressing the unique needs of each facility.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

Candidate will be responsible for designing heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning (HVAC) systems; plumbing systems; HVAC systems design and applications; cost evaluations; life‑cycle cost analyses; equipment selection; specifications editing/authorship; construction administration; and commissioning of mechanical systems. Projects involve pharmaceutical, public works, mass transit, commercial, educational, and federal facilities.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Responsibilities Will Include

• Design of building HVAC, plumbing, fire protection systems including calculations, layouts, sizing, equipment selections, specifications and coordination.
• Mentoring junior staff
• Lead and participate in meetings with clients, state agencies, city agencies, utility service representatives and project teams.
• Deliver projects on time and within client budgets
• Deliver projects in compliance with client and company quality control procedures and engineering guidelines
• Daily interaction and collaboration on cross‑functional teams across multiple disciplines
• Document work product in REVIT.
• Construction administration services; on‑site construction administration, shop drawing review, request for information response, as well as client meetings and coordination.
• Perform site visits, surveys/inspections to evaluate existing building mechanical systems.
• Participate in marketing efforts.
• Project and Task Management

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or Architectural Engineering with mechanical focus
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• 4+ years of relevant experience in the design of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems
• HVAC design skills including heating and cooling load and equipment performance (pumps, fans, compressors, boilers, chillers) calculation routines and systems’ documentation and familiarity with ASHRAE Guidelines
• Plumbing design skills including water supply and drainage systems piping layouts and familiarity with ASPE Guidelines
• Knowledge of applicable codes
• General knowledge base for Building Design and Building Services Coordination, mechanical (HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection) systems layout within REVIT. Integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows in Mechanical system design
• Proficient in the use of Office 365 applications
• Excellent writing, oral communication, and presentation skills are required
• Effective interpersonal communications skills, a team-oriented disposition and work style, where cooperative work sharing and peer-to-peer mentoring is a daily habit
• Personal inclination to learn and grow via internal training, external training and senior staff mentorship

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $105,000 - $140,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Location: Raleigh, NC