Senior Mechanical Engineer: HVAC & Plumbing Systems

Kairos Power; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation packages

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid Vacation

401(k) and pre-tax health insurance

Job summary

Kairos Power is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop HVAC and plumbing systems for our facilities, ensuring efficient operation and code compliance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Facilities Maintenance, architects, and project managers to support construction, installation, and commissioning.

Responsibilities include load calculations, documentation, and optimization of building systems with energy-efficient design practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in mechanical design or facilities engineering, focusing on building systems.
• PE license preferred or in process.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of HVAC and plumbing systems for new construction and renovations.
• Prepare detailed schematics, drawings, specs, and reports using CAD and BIM tools.
• Perform cooling/heating load calculations and airflow/ductwork analyses with appropriate software.
• Collaborate with Facilities Maintenance, architects, structural/electrical engineers, contractors, and project managers.
• Ensure compliance with ASHRAE, NFPA, and local codes; support construction, installation, and commissioning.

Skills

CAD software

BIM software

HVAC load calculations

Energy modeling

Building codes

Psychrometrics

Equipment selection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree a plus

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

WebCTRL

Carrier HAP

TRANE Trace

Job description

Kairos Power is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop HVAC and plumbing systems for our facilities, ensuring efficient operation and code compliance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Facilities Maintenance, architects, and project managers to support construction, installation, and commissioning.

Responsibilities include load calculations, documentation, and optimization of building systems with energy-efficient design practices.