Senior Design Engineer - Vancouver, WA

LVI Associates; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Parental leave

Paid time off

Licensing support

Wellness programs

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Vancouver, WA to lead HVAC and related building systems from concept through construction. You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with architects and contractors, and deliver robust, code-compliant designs for diverse projects.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, professional engineering leadership, and clear communication with clients and project teams in a fast-paced, employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical building systems design.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems design and building mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and plumbing construction documents.
• Experience performing engineering calculations and equipment selection.
• Proficiency with CAD software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design representative in project design meetings.
• Develop conceptual and preliminary mechanical designs for estimating and development.
• Perform heating/cooling load calculations and equipment sizing.
• Conduct duct and pipe sizing and friction loss calculations.
• Prepare and review construction documents and design deliverables.
• Conduct site visits to verify design intent and construction conformance.
• Collaborate with PMs, architects, contractors, and other disciplines.
• Mentor and oversee junior engineers and designers on projects.
• Support delivery of small and large-scale building projects.

Skills

HVAC design

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

PE license

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

A well-established, employee-owned engineering and construction organization is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing team. This role is responsible for leading the design of HVAC and related building systems on a variety of projects while mentoring junior engineers and supporting projects from concept through construction.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys technical design, project collaboration, and leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in project design meetings as a lead mechanical design representative.
• Develop conceptual and preliminary mechanical system designs for estimating and project development.
• Perform engineering calculations, including:
  • Heating and cooling load calculations
  • Equipment selection and sizing
  • Duct and pipe sizing
  • Friction loss calculations
  • Other mechanical system analyses
• Prepare and review construction documents and design deliverables.
• Conduct site visits and field inspections to verify compliance with design intent and construction documents.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
• Resolve design-related issues during construction and provide technical support to project teams.
• Mentor and oversee junior engineers and designers on project assignments.
• Support the successful delivery of both small and large-scale building projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical building systems design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems design and building mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and plumbing construction documents.
• Experience performing engineering calculations and equipment selection.
• Proficiency with CADD software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.

Preferred Experience

• Design experience within commercial, institutional, industrial, healthcare, education, or mission-critical facilities.
• Experience supporting projects through both design and construction phases.
• Previous experience leading design efforts or mentoring junior staff.

Compensation & Benefits

The company offers a highly competitive compensation package, including:

• Employee ownership program (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Paid parental leave
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development, continuing education, and licensing support
• Wellness programs and employee resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

This organization is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to any legally protected characteristic.