Senior HVAC Design-Build Engineer – Lead & Mentor

Legence Corp.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Travel/expense reimbursement

Job summary

Legence is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 8+ years in HVAC design-build to lead mechanical system design, coordination across disciplines, and client-facing project delivery in a fast-paced environment.

You will oversee concept to construction documentation, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with CA codes, ASHRAE standards, and LEED considerations. On-site role in California with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience as a Mechanical Engineer, preferably in the HVAC design-build environment
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in California and MEOR responsibilities as required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Bluebeam
• Expert knowledge of California Building Code, Title 24
• Expert knowledge of ASHRAE guidelines 62.1, 55, 90.1
• Expertise in HVAC systems, cooling and heating plants, and MEP design
• Document Technical Review & Quality Control
• Expertise in Project Coordination and Project Management
• Experience in client relations and relationship management
• Positive attitude, team player, commitment to achieving a common goal
• Engineering Team Development, Mentoring, and Leadership
• LEED Certification (preferred)
• Knowledge of HVAC BAS/Controls
• Expertise in System Basis of Design (BOD) and Sequence of Operation (SOO) development

Responsibilities

• Bespoke building mechanical and plumbing system designs
• Design heating, cooling, and ventilation load calculations
• Conduct design reviews and provide feedback to engineers, project managers, and project executives to improve product quality, efficiency and performance
• Oversee and manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality assurance, and budget adherence
• Interface with clients, architects, and project stakeholders to develop innovative and sustainable mechanical designs
• Generate, review and approve technical drawings, submittals, and specifications as required to ensure compliance with project goals
• Evaluate project submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs to determine conformance with contract documents and design requirements
• Research and analyze customer project requirements, specifications, and data to assess feasibility, program application, and maintenance requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve problems, implement solutions, and optimize project outcomes
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in mechanical engineering and energy-efficient building solutions
• Providing technical guidance and professional development support to the team

Skills

HVAC design

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

Client relations

BOD/SOO development

BAS/Controls

Education

PE license CA

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Legence is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 8+ years in HVAC design-build to lead mechanical system design, coordination across disciplines, and client-facing project delivery in a fast-paced environment.

You will oversee concept to construction documentation, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with CA codes, ASHRAE standards, and LEED considerations. On-site role in California with competitive benefits.