Senior Mechanical Designer/Engineer

Mazzetti, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

ESOP

Performance-based bonuses

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Mazzetti, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Designer or Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Atlanta team. You will lead HVAC/mechanical building systems design for healthcare projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑performance environments.

You will mentor junior designers, support project pursuits, and ensure quality, code compliance, and client satisfaction across the Southeast. Hybrid work options available in the Atlanta area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering/design experience in the AEC consulting industry.
• Extensive healthcare design experience (hospitals, ambulatory care).
• Demonstrated experience leading mechanical design on complex healthcare projects from planning through construction.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, contractors and design partners.
• Experience supporting project pursuits, proposals, and client presentations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and documentation of HVAC and mechanical building systems for complex healthcare projects.
• Perform advanced engineering analyses, calculations, and system studies.
• Prepare engineering calculations, equipment selections, system layouts, specifications, and construction documents.
• Review drawings, specifications, and calculations for quality, accuracy, code compliance, and technical excellence.
• Ensure designs comply with codes, healthcare standards, and Mazzetti quality expectations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers and engineers.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and healthcare clients throughout project lifecycles.
• Support project pursuits by contributing technical expertise during proposals, interviews, and client presentations.

Skills

HVAC design

Healthcare design

Leadership

Communication

Load calculations

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Summary

Mazzetti's Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Consulting Engineering Practice is dedicated to designing high‑performance, resilience, and sustainable solutions for the built environment, with a keen focus on Healthcare and Infrastructure projects. Our team of experts combines technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach to deliver exceptional outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Designer or Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Atlanta team. This individual will lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex healthcare projects, partnering closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients to develop innovative mechanical systems that support critical healthcare environments throughout the Southeast. If you’re passionate about designing high‑performance building systems, mentoring others, and solving complex engineering challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the design and documentation of HVAC and mechanical building systems for complex healthcare projects.
• Perform advanced engineering analyses, calculations, and system studies.
• Prepare engineering calculations, equipment selections, system layouts, specifications, and construction documents.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations for quality, accuracy, code compliance, and technical excellence.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, healthcare standards, and Mazzetti quality expectations.
• Apply deep healthcare engineering expertise to support project delivery and technical excellence.

Project Delivery & Client Support

• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and healthcare clients throughout project lifecycles.
• Participate in project planning, scope development, scheduling, and multidisciplinary design coordination.
• Support project pursuits by contributing technical expertise during proposals, interviews, and client presentations.
• Support construction administration activities by responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving technical issues during construction.
• Perform quality control reviews of engineering drawings and specifications at key project milestones.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams across Mazzetti offices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers and engineers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence across the Mechanical discipline.

Work Location

This is a hybrid position based in the Atlanta, GA area, involving primarily working from home, client site visits throughout Georgia, and occasional presence in our Atlanta office as needed for project collaboration and team‑building activities.

Travel Requirements

Approximately 10-15% travel, primarily within the Atlanta market and Southeast region based on project assignments.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering or mechanical design experience within the AEC consulting industry.
• Extensive healthcare design experience, including hospitals, ambulatory care facilities, and other complex healthcare environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading mechanical design efforts on complex healthcare projects from planning through construction.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, contractors, and design partners.
• Experience supporting project pursuits, proposals, and client presentations preferred.

Technical Expertise

• Advanced knowledge of HVAC and mechanical building systems design.
• Strong understanding of healthcare facility requirements, applicable building codes, and industry standards.
• Advanced proficiency with Revit, Bluebeam, and mechanical load calculation software.
• Experience overseeing design quality, coordination, and technical deliverables.
• Familiarity with sustainable, resilient, and high‑performance building design principles.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Licenses & Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Georgia preferred.

What We Offer

At Mazzetti, you'll join a collaborative team that designs healthier, more resilient, and more sustainable environments. As an employee‑owned benefit corporation, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful healthcare projects, share in the company’s success, and help advance our mission of bending the climate curve™.

Compensation

The typical salary range for a Senior Mechanical Designer or Engineer in the greater Atlanta, GA area is $140,000–$185,000. We are committed to equitable pay and will evaluate final compensation based on relevant experience and skills in alignment with internal equity and market data.

• Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), company‑paid short‑term disability (STD), long‑term disability (LTD), and life insurance.
• Participation in our company‑funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Performance‑based bonuses.
• 401(k) with employer matching.

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays.
• Flexible work options: fully remote, hybrid, or in‑office options, with flexible hours (depending on the role).
• Wellness program with live and on‑demand fitness classes, mental health resources, wellness challenges, and incentives for healthy habits.

Family Support

Paid parental leave and EAP Services.

Professional Development

• Funding for memberships, licenses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
• Mentorship opportunities to help you grow in your career.

Home Office Support

• Reimbursement for cellphone and internet costs for qualifying employees.
• Home office package and additional reimbursement opportunities for work‑related expenses.

Community Engagement

• Paid volunteer time‑off annually.
• Employee engagement programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Gain hands‑on experience furthering Mazzetti’s mission of making environments better through the Sextant Foundation. Learn more here.

Mazzetti is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and value individuals from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to and promote an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and empowered to contribute. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. Join us in shaping a brighter future through engineering and innovation.