Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing) - Washington D.C., District of Columbia

MissionHires; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MissionHires is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing) for its office in Georgetown, Washington, DC. This role provides leadership in mechanical design, overseeing projects and mentee growth, ensuring high-quality deliverables for multi-family and commercial projects.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience, be a licensed Professional Engineer, and proficient in Revit. This position requires strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of focused mechanical/plumbing design experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Mechanical discipline.
• Proficient in Revit and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship and guidance to mechanical engineers.
• Develop and manage project work plans.
• Lead systems selection and define basis of design.

Skills

Mechanical/Plumbing Design Experience

Client-Facing Communication

Revit

Project Management

Trane Trace Load Calculation

Education

Licensed Professional Engineer (Mechanical)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

MissionHires is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing) for BKV Group’s Washington, DC (Georgetown) office. This role provides senior mechanical design leadership, leads projects, represents the discipline in client meetings, mentors team members, and ensures high-quality deliverables for multi-family, commercial, and local government projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship and guidance to Mechanical engineers and designers
• Develop and manage project work plans
• Lead systems selection and define basis of design; ensure quality of work product
• Attend and actively participate in project meetings; communicate effectively with team members
• Represent the Mechanical discipline in client meetings and communicate with clients as needed
• Coordinate mechanical/plumbing design with other disciplines and the Project Manager
• Support construction phase activities, including submittal reviews and RFI responses
• Maintain and develop mechanical/plumbing standards with senior engineering staff
• Assist the Mechanical Director with mechanical/plumbing work product quality control
• Act as a senior resource in HVAC and plumbing design, guiding project engineers and designers
• Collaborate openly and professionally to resolve issues and advance design development

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of focused mechanical/plumbing design experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer (Mechanical)
• Proficiency in Revit and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Trane Trace load calculation software
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and the public
• Experience with leading‑edge multi-family housing, commercial, and local government projects (preferred)
• Strong client‑facing communication and coordination skills across disciplines
• Ability to lead projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment