Senior Mechanical Engineer

ghafari; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Teladoc

Employee Assistance Program

Professional License Reimbursement

Educational Assistance

Voluntary Pet Insurance

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Ghafari Associates seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of HVAC, piping, plumbing and fire protection for new construction and renovations. You will develop construction drawings and specifications, coordinate with project teams, and ensure compliance with building codes and standards.

You will mentor junior staff, manage project scope and budgets, and use Revit/AutoCAD for engineering documentation while engaging with clients and owners to meet project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field required.
• Professional Registration; LEED Accredited professional preferred.
• 15+ years of related experience in mechanical engineering (HVAC/building systems).
• Experience as a lead engineer on projects of varying sizes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with project manager and/or client.
• Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner's representative.
• Develop feasibility studies and project cost estimates.
• Maintains working knowledge of latest building codes and standards in the industry.
• Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Perform and/or review calculations and energy models; formulate design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) or manually with support from more junior staff.
• Edit or draft project specifications.
• Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site.
• Review drawings for omissions, errors, interferences, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes.
• Review product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance.
• Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
• Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, requests for reproduction services.
• Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications.
• Perform production and quality monitoring of construction documents per company standards individually and or for less experienced staff.
• Develop and mentor less experienced staff.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Trane Trace 700

Bluebeam

BIM360

Carrier HAP

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

LEED Accredited professional

Professional Registration

Tools

Revit (BIM tool)

AutoCAD

Trane Trace 700

Bluebeam

BIM360

Carrier HAP

Job description

General Summary

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop and establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with project manager and/or client
• Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner's representative
• Develop feasibility studies and project cost estimates
• Maintains working knowledge of latest building codes and standards in the industry
• Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection
• Perform and/or review calculations and energy models; formulate design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) or manually with support from more junior staff
• Edit or draft project specifications
• Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site
• Review drawings for omissions, errors, interferences, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes
• Review product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance
• Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
• Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, requests for reproduction services
• Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications
• Perform production and quality monitoring of construction documents per company standards individually and or for less experienced staff
• Develop and mentor less experienced staff
• Perform related duties as assigned

Employment Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field required

Professional Registration

LEED Accredited professional preferred

Experience

• 15 + years of related experience in mechanical engineering (HVAC/building systems)
• Experience as a lead engineer on projects of varying sizes

Skills/Competencies

• Proficient with Revit and AutoCAD, Trane Trace 700 or other building energy calculation software, and Bluebeam
• Proficiency in BIM360 and Carrier HAP a bonus
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong attention to detail

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform the essential job functions contained in this job description. These include, but are not limited to, the following requirements:

• Ability to spend most of a workday sitting or standing while working on computer at worksite
• Ability to drive to a different worksite
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements

Benefits

At Ghafari, we offer a robust benefits package designed to support your overall wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary, eligible employees receive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Teladoc, Employee Assistance Program, Professional License Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Voluntary Pet Insurance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and 8 Paid Holidays.

The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000.00 to $135,000.00. Individual pay is based on factors such as relevant experience, job-related skills, education, and training.

About Us

At Ghafari Associates, we don't just design buildings-we help shape the future of the industries we serve. As a global leader in architecture, engineering, and consulting, we partner with clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that transform how people work, manufacture, and connect.

Our strength lies in our people. We bring together curious minds, technical experts, and creative problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and innovation. Whether supporting major industrial programs or advancing federal and commercial projects, our teams are empowered to make a meaningful impact-both for our clients and within our communities.

We are committed to investing in our employees' financial, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as their professional growth. Through robust training, licensure support, internships, mentorships, and tuition reimbursement, we provide the resources our people need to build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the communities we are proud to call home.

Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to pro