Mechanical Project Engineer

Thompson & Litton; Radford (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Professional development

Flexible work

Mentorship culture

Diverse projects

Job summary

Thompson & Litton is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer – Building Services to join our multidisciplinary team. You will lead the production of mechanical building services packages (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection) for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.

You will perform critical calculations for HVAC loads and energy use, conduct field site visits, and generate technical reports and specifications. A PE license and strong knowledge of codes are required.

Qualifications

• PE license required or ability to obtain via reciprocity upon hire.
• 5+ years in building services design (HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection) in commercial or institutional sectors.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and HAP (Carrier) or equivalent software.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical/building codes and standards (ICC, ASHRAE, NFPA).
• Ability to deliver building services projects on time and on budget with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Design and Draft: Lead production of mechanical building services packages (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection).
• Analyze and Optimize: Perform calculations for HVAC loads, energy use, and life-cycle costs for sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate in the Field: Conduct site visits to gather data for design accuracy.
• Lead Project Delivery: Generate specifications, reports, and building system assessments.
• Support Construction: Manage RFIs, submittals, and field reviews during construction.

Skills

5+ years exp

PE license

AutoCAD

Revit

HAP

Codes knowledge

Communication

Project delivery

Education

PE licensure

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

HAP

Job description

Collaborative Design. Technical Excellence. Community Impact.

Are you a mechanical building services professional who loves the 'puzzle' of complex MEP systems? Thompson & Litton is seeking a self-motivated Mechanical Project Engineer – Building Services to join our multidisciplinary team. Whether you are calculating high-efficiency HVAC loads or designing life safety fire protection systems, you’ll play a key role in delivering complete building services solutions across commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.

The Role: From Concept to Completion

As part of our Building Services engineering team, you will be involved in the full scope of design for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects. You will:

• Design and Draft: Lead the production of comprehensive mechanical building services packages, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection plans.
• Analyze and Optimize: Perform critical calculations for HVAC loads, energy usage, and life-cycle costs to provide sustainable building solutions.
• Collaborate in the Field: Conduct site visits for renovations and additions, gathering the 'ground-truth' data needed for successful building systems design.
• Lead Project Delivery: Generate technical specifications, written reports, and building system condition assessments.
• Support Construction: Act as a bridge during the construction phase, managing RFIs, submittal reviews, and field assessments for mechanical building systems.

What You Bring

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in building services design (specifically HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection) within commercial or institutional sectors.
• Licensure & Education: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required (or ability to obtain via reciprocity upon hire).
• Technical Software: Proficiency in—or the strong ability and willingness to learn—AutoCAD, Revit, and HAP (Carrier) or equivalent building performance software.
• Technical Knowledge: A strong working knowledge of mechanical and building codes and standards (including ICC, ASHRAE, and NFPA).
• Project Skills: A proven ability to deliver building services projects on time and on budget while communicating effectively with diverse project teams.

The T&L Advantage

• Employee-Owned (ESOP): Because T&L is 100% employee-owned, you aren't just an employee—you are a stakeholder. You’ll directly benefit from the firm’s growth, stability, and collective success.
• Professional Development: We invest heavily in your career longevity. Whether it's pursuing advanced certifications, attending industry conferences, or taking leadership training, we provide the resources to help you grow.
• Flexible Work Environment: We work where the work needs us—in the office, from home, in the field, and in the community. We offer great flexible hours to support your life outside of work.
• Mentorship Culture: We are looking for people who are passionate about encouraging others. At T&L, your mentorship of junior staff is as valued as your technical design skills.
• Broad Project Scope: From K-12 schools to industrial facilities, you will work on a wide variety of building types and delivery methods.

If you're excited about making an impact and want to join an award-winning team, we want to hear from you!