Senior Mechanical Engineer

Silverspace Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Silverspace Inc. in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead commercial HVAC and plumbing design efforts. The role requires PE licensure and a track record of project leadership with strong client-facing skills.

The position offers a full-time, on-site opportunity with competitive compensation. You will mentor engineers, develop work plans, review submittals, and guide projects from design through construction, ensuring adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 8+ years of commercial HVAC and plumbing design experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC system design and documentation.
• Proficiency in Revit, Microsoft Office, and Trane Trace load calculation software.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC and plumbing design for commercial projects.
• Mentor and support mechanical engineers and designers.
• Develop project work plans and oversee project execution.
• Prepare system selections and basis of design documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Represent the mechanical discipline during client meetings.
• Review submittals and respond to RFIs during construction.
• Maintain design standards and support quality control initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance throughout all phases of project delivery.

Skills

HVAC design

Project leadership

Mentoring

Client-facing communications

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

Trane Trace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing)

Location: Chicago, IL

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $140,000-$170,000 (Based on Experience)

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership for commercial HVAC and plumbing design projects. This role is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer with strong project leadership experience and expertise in mechanical system design.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC and plumbing design for commercial projects.


• Mentor and support mechanical engineers and designers.


• Develop project work plans and oversee project execution.


• Prepare system selections and basis of design documentation.


• Coordinate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.


• Represent the mechanical discipline during client meetings.


• Review submittals and respond to RFIs during construction.


• Maintain design standards and support quality control initiatives.


• Provide technical guidance throughout all phases of project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.


• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.


• 8+ years of commercial HVAC and plumbing design experience.


• Strong knowledge of HVAC system design and documentation.


• Proficiency in Revit, Microsoft Office, and Trane Trace load calculation software.


• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.


• Professional development and career growth opportunities


• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment