Mechanical Project Designer

Affiliated Engineers, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Mentorship & professional development

Health, dental, vision, retirement

Performance-based year-end bonus

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. in Austin is seeking a Mechanical Project Designer to deliver energy‑efficient HVAC solutions for healthcare and science facilities.

You will lead the design process on assigned projects and coordinate with clients and partners to implement innovative, practical designs. Candidates should have 10+ years in HVAC design, proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, and a solid grasp of design codes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in HVAC or architectural design.
• 10+ years of HVAC design experience.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of applicable design codes and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process on assigned HVAC projects.
• Develop innovative design solutions aligned with client needs.
• Coordinate with clients and partners to implement designs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization & time management

Technical comprehension

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree in HVAC or Architectural Design

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Project Designer

Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity

Overview

At Affiliated 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.

As a Mechanical Project Designer in our Austin office, you will help our clients achieve energy‑efficient building solutions, save the global environment, and create a better, greener future for all.

Why We Need You

In this role, you will build and maintain relationships with clients and project partners and be responsible for the overall design process on assigned projects within a particular discipline. You will also develop innovative and unique design solutions to align with project, client and partner needs and lead the team in implementing them.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in HVAC or Architectural Design or equivalent experience required.
• 10+ years of experience in HVAC design.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD required.
• Understanding of applicable design codes and specification requirements.

Skills

• Strong spoken and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Rapid technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective ability to work individually and within team environments.

Benefits

• A flexible, collaborative environment where well‑being matters.
• Opportunities to grow through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high‑impact projects.
• Collaboration with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo and foster innovation.
• A benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and retirement; a performance‑based year‑end bonus; and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs, such as flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community‑focused initiatives.

AEI is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Veteran/Disabled.