Principal Mechanical Engineer — Lead HVAC Design & Strategy

LVI Associates; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Performance bonuses

PTO & holidays

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

LVI Associates in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer (MEP) to lead major HVAC and building systems projects, providing technical direction and mentorship to engineering teams.

You will guide design strategies, oversee QA/QC, and collaborate with estimating, operations, construction, and clients on complex facilities from healthcare to institutional settings. This role offers ownership and growth in an employee-owned firm with strong bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems for large facilities.
• Ability to lead projects and mentor teams.
• Knowledge of mechanical building systems and design standards.
• Strong communication with clients, contractors, and leadership.
• Proficiency with CAD/BIM and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual design and engineering strategy for HVAC/mechanical systems.
• Act as principal mechanical engineering resource for teams and clients.
• Provide technical oversight across multiple projects.
• Establish engineering standards, best practices, QC procedures.
• Collaborate with estimating, operations, construction, and project management during planning.
• Develop preliminary designs, redline layouts, and solutions for pursuits.
• Perform advanced analyses: load calculations, sizing, airflow, friction.

Skills

HVAC design

Mechanical systems

Project leadership

Mentoring teams

Client communication

CAD/BIM

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

LVI Associates in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer (MEP) to lead major HVAC and building systems projects, providing technical direction and mentorship to engineering teams.

You will guide design strategies, oversee QA/QC, and collaborate with estimating, operations, construction, and clients on complex facilities from healthcare to institutional settings. This role offers ownership and growth in an employee-owned firm with strong bonus and benefits.