Senior HVAC Design Engineer — Lead Building Systems

Cushing Terrell; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell is seeking an Experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of complex HVAC and plumbing systems for diverse building types, working with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, architects, designers, and planners.

You will develop HVAC concepts, perform site assessments, run building analyses, and review construction documents while mentoring engineers and drafters. The salary range is $90,000–$130,000 per year, with potential annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in consulting HVAC engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer, or ability to obtain licensure.
• Proficient in Revit MEP for mechanical design and coordination.
• Ability to design complex HVAC systems, including VAV, DOAS, VRF, data room cooling, and packaged rooftop systems, as well as chilled water and hydronic heating systems, including pipe, pump, duct, and fan sizing and selection.
• Advanced knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation, and mechanical building codes.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of engineers and drafters to produce construction documents.
• Proficient in writing mechanical specifications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience producing 3D coordinated mechanical models in a multidisciplinary BIM environment.
• Skilled in HVAC load modeling software, such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Bluebeam, Revit MEP, and relevant HVAC design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of HVAC design concepts, independently or in collaboration with other engineers.
• Conduct site assessments and building analysis to produce engineering reports and improvement recommendations.
• Identify energy conservation measures, including potential savings and implementation costs.
• Provide quality control review of mechanical designs and deliver constructive technical feedback.
• Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge, making technical decisions and reviewing, stamping, and signing construction documents.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and drafters to produce high-quality construction documents.

Skills

HVAC design concepts

Mentoring & leading teams

Project coordination

Strong communication

Code compliance knowledge

BIM coordination

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Cushing Terrell is seeking an Experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of complex HVAC and plumbing systems for diverse building types, working with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, architects, designers, and planners.

You will develop HVAC concepts, perform site assessments, run building analyses, and review construction documents while mentoring engineers and drafters. The salary range is $90,000–$130,000 per year, with potential annual bonus.