Senior Mechanical Designer

LVI Associates; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Hollywood, FL is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to lead HVAC and mechanical system design across multiple building projects. The role emphasizes technical excellence, client coordination, and mentorship of junior team members.

You will design from concept through construction, prepare plans and calculations, review drawings, and ensure deliverables meet scope and schedule while collaborating with architects, engineers, and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of mechanical design experience within a consulting engineering environment.
• PE license preferred.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, codes and standards.
• Excellent communication, organization and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC and mechanical building systems from concept through construction.
• Prepare mechanical plans, calculations, specifications, and construction documents.
• Perform load calculations, equipment selection, and system layouts.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, clients, and contractors throughout project execution.
• Review shop drawings, conduct field observations, and assist with construction administration.
• Serve as a project lead/job captain, ensuring project deliverables are accurate, complete, and issued on schedule.
• Mentor junior designers and support team development.

Skills

HVAC design

Project coordination

Mentoring

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Hollywood, FL
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Senior Mechanical Designer

A growing engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to support the design and delivery of HVAC and mechanical systems for a variety of building projects. This individual will serve as a key technical resource, contributing to project design, client coordination, quality control, and mentorship of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Design HVAC and mechanical building systems from concept through construction.
• Prepare mechanical plans, calculations, specifications, and construction documents.
• Perform load calculations, equipment selection, and system layouts.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, clients, and contractors throughout project execution.
• Review shop drawings, conduct field observations, and assist with construction administration.
• Serve as a project lead/job captain, ensuring project deliverables are accurate, complete, and issued on schedule.
• Mentor junior designers and support team development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of mechanical design experience within a consulting engineering environment.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical codes, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.

What We're Looking For

• Strong technical HVAC design capabilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative and client-focused mindset.
• Proven problem-solving skills and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and supporting project success from start to finish.