Senior Design Engineer

VHV Company; Winooski (VT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Profit sharing

401(k) match

Job summary

VHV Company is seeking a Senior Engineer experienced in HVAC, plumbing, and building systems for commercial applications. You will serve as the Engineer of Record on our largest design-build projects, ensuring technical accuracy, code compliance, and constructability from concept through completion.

You will lead detailed mechanical designs, review work for quality, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with operations, project management, and sales to deliver profitable, compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive HVAC and piping design experience.
• Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering or PE.
• PE license or ability to obtain within 2 years.
• Ten years of related experience.
• Code interpretation skills.
• Proficiency with Revit/AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs from field input and planning discussions.
• Design steam, chilled water, hot water, and plumbing systems through construction docs.
• Review and approve design work for compliance with codes and standards.
• Perform engineering analyses including heat loss/gain and equipment sizing.
• Prepare drawings, specs, and documentation for mechanical/plumbing systems.
• Provide leadership and respond to RFIs and field challenges.
• Develop engineering proposals with scope, concepts, take-offs, cost estimates.
• Review shop drawings and submittals for contract compliance.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians.
• Maintain project documentation and PE licensure compliance.

Skills

HVAC design

Code interpretation

Project multitasking

Communication

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Equivalent skill/knowledge

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

• Commercial, industrial & institutional projects
• Full benefits + Profit Sharing, 401(k) match

Position Description

The Senior Engineer possess knowledge in all aspects of HVAC, plumbing, can perform building system field surveys, code review and design/layout of plumbing and HVAC systems for commercial applications. This position serves as the Engineer of Record on VHV’s largest and most complex design-build projects, ensuring technical accuracy, code compliance, and constructability from concept through completion.

Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in the HVAC and piping trades, including designing HVAC systems from conception.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, professional engineering license, or equivalent skill/knowledge.
• Has a PE or able to obtain a PE in two years.
• Ten years of related experience.
• Code interpretation.
• Ability to operate Revit/Auto‑CAD preferred.
• Ability to work on multiple projects, simultaneously.
• Must consistently utilize superior skills in effective communication and be a team player.
• Excellent organizational skills are vital.

Essential Functions:

• Developing detailed mechanical designs from field input, BOD documents, and GC/owner discussions.
• Develop steam, chilled water, hot water, plumbing, and other mechanical system designs from conceptual planning through final construction documentation.
• Review, approve, and assume responsibility for design work produced by Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians, ensuring compliance with company standards, project requirements, and applicable codes.
• Perform and oversee engineering analyses, including heat loss/gain calculations, system sizing, and equipment selection.
• Prepare and review construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Provide engineering leadership and technical support during all project phases, including timely responses to RFIs, field challenges, and constructability concerns.
• Develop accurate and profitable engineering proposals, including scope definition, system concepts, material take-offs, cost estimating, and supporting sales efforts.
• Review shop drawings and submittals to verify compliance with contract documents, design intent, and project requirements.
• Schedule, coordinate, and monitor engineering activities to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Mentor, coach, and develop Design Engineers and Engineering Technicians through training, design reviews, and knowledge transfer initiatives.
• Maintain and promote continuous improvement in engineering processes, drawing quality, drafting standards, and overall departmental performance.
• Estimate, monitor, and manage engineering and drafting costs while supporting project profitability objectives.
• Provide engineering expertise and support to all company departments, including operations, project management, sales, and service.
• Maintain organized project documentation and engineering records in accordance with company procedures and professional standards.
• Maintain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in Vermont and New Hampshire and ensure all engineering work complies with applicable codes, regulations, standards, and professional practice requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Ability to work within and meet project schedule.

Opportunities for advancement exist for high-performing team members. We live our core value of being Committed to Improvement, offering access to education, training, and cross-functional growth. At VHV, we don’t just fill roles—we grow careers.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Predominately sedentary light office position with high frequency of keyboarding/computer work required (67% – 100%) of the workday.
• Ability and willingness to travel to local as well as remote locations (out of town, out of state) for short and/or extended periods of time.
• Ability to hear and verbally communicate effectively.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to see well (either naturally or with correction).
• Use hands, fingers, arms, and legs to safely manipulate objects.
• Lift and carry supplies and materials weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Requires ability to walk, climb, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, bend at waist.
• Wear the proper PPE: safety boots that cover at least the ankle, clean denim or appropriate work pants without tears or rips, safety glasses, and gloves, if visiting a job site.

Additional Information:

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature of the role and may not include all tasks or responsibilities. Team members may be asked to perform duties outside of their primary responsibilities as needed.