Senior Mechanical Engineer

LEAD Technical; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Child care support

Pension plan

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading HVAC engineering firm in Florida seeks an HVAC Mechanical Engineer to design and optimize heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. You will perform load calculations, create HVAC layouts using CAD/BIM, and collaborate with architects and contractors. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in HVAC design; EIT/PE certification is desirable. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required for consideration.
• Experience with HVAC design is necessary; EIT/PE certification is a plus.
• EIT/PE certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC system layouts and perform heating/cooling load calculations.
• Model energy usage, implement sustainable designs, and ensure performance goals.
• Collaborate with architects and project managers to integrate HVAC systems.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and testing of HVAC systems.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and energy regulations.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid Mechanics

Heat Transfer

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Project management

Communication

Budget management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

EIT/PE certification (plus)

Tools

CAD Software

BIM Software

Energy Modeling Tools

Job description

Overview

An HVAC Mechanical Engineer designs, analyzes, and optimizes heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for buildings, focusing on comfort, air quality, and energy efficiency by performing load calculations, selecting equipment, creating drawings, and ensuring code compliance, often collaborating with architects and overseeing installation/testing, with key duties including system modeling, energy analysis, and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Analysis: Develop HVAC system layouts, perform heating/cooling load calculations, size equipment (chillers, AHUs, ductwork), and create schematics using CAD/BIM.
• Optimization & Efficiency: Model energy usage, implement sustainable designs, and ensure systems meet performance, cost, and environmental goals.
• Collaboration: Work with architects, project managers, and contractors to integrate HVAC systems seamlessly into building designs.
• Project Management: Oversee system installation, commissioning, and testing; troubleshoot issues; and prepare technical documentation.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to building codes, safety standards, and energy regulations.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
• Proficiency in CAD/BIM software and energy modeling tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects, budgets, and timelines.

Typical Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with HVAC design, potentially including EIT/PE certification.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Design
• Industries: HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing and Construction

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Child care support
• Pension plan
• Paid paternity leave
• Student loan assistance
• Disability insurance
• Tuition assistance

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