Senior HVAC & Plumbing Design Lead

J T; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company contribution

Professional development support

Job summary

BKV Group seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC and plumbing design for commercial and mixed-use projects in Chicago, IL. You will guide the local mechanical team, set basis of design, coordinate with architecture, structure, electrical and PM teams, and ensure high-quality deliverables.

Applicants must hold a PE license, have 8+ years of experience, and be proficient in Revit, Trane TRACE, and relevant codes. The role offers growth, mentorship, and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• PE license required.
• 8+ years of HVAC and plumbing design experience for commercial buildings.
• Proficient in Revit and MS Office; hands-on with Trane TRACE.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design, system selection, and basis-of-design documentation for commercial/mixed-use projects.
• Direct HVAC and plumbing calculations, models, drawings, and specifications.
• Coordinate with architecture, structure, electrical, and PM teams; assist in client meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Client presentations

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

Trane TRACE

Microsoft Office

Job description

BKV Group seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC and plumbing design for commercial and mixed-use projects in Chicago, IL. You will guide the local mechanical team, set basis of design, coordinate with architecture, structure, electrical and PM teams, and ensure high-quality deliverables.

Applicants must hold a PE license, have 8+ years of experience, and be proficient in Revit, Trane TRACE, and relevant codes. The role offers growth, mentorship, and a strong benefits package.