Remote Project Mechanical Engineer IV – HVAC Design Lead

Cannon Design; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 103,020 - 128,826; Full time

Job summary

CannonDesign seeks a senior HVAC engineer with a minimum of 8 years in mechanical design for large-scale buildings. The role requires a US PE license, LEED preferred, and strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes. Independent work and leadership skills are essential, with experience in Revit, Trane Trace, or Trane 3D Plus.

The position offers remote work within the U.S. and collaboration across education, healthcare, corporate, and science sectors.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience required.
• Current PE in the United States required.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes.
• Ability to work independently in all mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a critical thinker.
• Must be highly analytical.
• Must have the ability to engage effectively with clients.
• Must be a fully qualified professional able to perform work with a high degree of latitude, with some ambiguity in work.
• Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and direct complex design of HVAC systems for large-scale buildings.
• Oversee, mentor, and provide technical leadership to designers and engineers.
• Direct work of less experienced staff and conduct performance reviews.
• May serve in QAQC as an independent reviewer.
• Interface effectively with clients and project teams.
• Coordinate Energy Model software use and BIM modeling in Revit for HVAC, plumbing and fire protection.
• Review and accept shop drawings for compliance with specs.
• Participate in budget discussions and Owner/Architect/Construction meetings.
• Lead value engineering sessions and suggest improvements.
• Conduct staff development, planning, and scheduling with the Project Manager.
• Respond to RFIs and review change orders.
• Visit job sites to verify conditions and progress.
• Represent the firm in project activities and business development.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Analytical thinking

Client engagement

Independent work

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

Trane Trace

Trane 3D Plus

Job description

CannonDesign seeks a senior HVAC engineer with a minimum of 8 years in mechanical design for large-scale buildings. The role requires a US PE license, LEED preferred, and strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes. Independent work and leadership skills are essential, with experience in Revit, Trane Trace, or Trane 3D Plus.

The position offers remote work within the U.S. and collaboration across education, healthcare, corporate, and science sectors.