Mechanical Engineer

mcfa; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual paid time off

Profit-share bonus program

Family medical, dental and vision coverage

401k retirement plan

Job summary

mcfa is looking for an experienced HVAC Engineer in Maryland. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of design experience and must possess an active PE license. This role requires both technical and communication skills, specifically knowledge in AutoCAD and data center technologies.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule with 2-3 days on-site at our Aberdeen, MD location, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including a healthcare plan effective on the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HVAC engineering and design experience.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD is required.
• Experience in data center facility infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document design goals and criteria.
• Perform HVAC load calculations.
• Coordinate with clients and contractors.

Skills

HVAC engineering

AutoCAD

Technical writing

Communication

Data center systems knowledge

Education

Active PE license

Job description

About Mcfa We are a professional services firm in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) industry serving public and private sector clients in the Mid-Atlantic region. Our services include Strategy, Planning, Program Management & Construction Management. Our goal is to help every employee design a fulfilling career through alignment of their individual passions/skills with the vision of the organization. Our mission is "Inspiring People and Places through Project Leadership and Project Development".

Core Values (LEADS)

• Love (each other, mission, work)
• Entrepreneurial (spirit of innovation)
• Accountability (to ourselves, our clients, each other)
• Delight (customers and teammates)
• Stretch (individual and collective growth mindset)

Who You Are

• Experience: 5+ years of HVAC engineering and design experience. Experience in the design and analysis of computer rooms, electronic labs, chilled/heating water systems, and VAV systems is preferred.
• Licensure: An active PE license in any state is acceptable, as long as all the qualifications required to obtain a MD and NJ license are met. NCEES record in good standing or in process.
• Security Clearance: A security clearance is not required, but the successful candidate will eventually require a TS‑SCI clearance.
• Software: Working knowledge of AutoCAD is required.
• Communications: Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a strong awareness of current and emerging industry standards, vendors, and technologies as they relate to the data center facility infrastructure industry.
• Display a working knowledge of facility plumbing.
• Display a working knowledge of data center electrical systems (generator, UPS, lighting, power distribution, etc).
• Ability to coordinate with clients, engineers, architects, contractors, and consultants to analyze mechanical requirements & develop designs for new projects.
• Possess strong record keeping skills as well as a good sense of coordination and follow-through.
• Possess a working knowledge of specifications.
• Have solid knowledge of codes and standards for his/her trade.

What You’ll Get To Do

• Work with Consultants, Clients, MCFA Senior Mechanical Engineers and contractors to develop and document design goals, criteria and concepts. Also analyze and troubleshoot existing HVAC Systems and Equipment.
• Perform existing conditions surveys for renovation projects.
• Perform HVAC load calculations, air & water pressure drop calculations in support of design.
• Develop the HVAC design concepts into construction documents that meet the design goals and criteria.
• Perform Construction Administration duties including construction monitoring, site visit report generation, shop drawing review, shop drawing processing, and responding to contractor RFIs.
• Produce drawings consistent with client requirements, code compliance, and site standards.
• Learn/train under a team of senior Mechanical Professional Engineers (PE).
• Hands‑on experience with controls, instrumentation, testing & balancing and real‑life problem solving.
• Interface with clients and attend meetings regularly.

Location

Hybrid with 2-3 days per week on site in Aberdeen, MD.

Annual Paid Time Off

• Sick Leave: 5 Days (40 Hours)
• Vacation: 15 Days (120 Hours)
• Holidays: 11 Federal Holidays (88 Hours) observed in accordance with mcfa’s Holiday Schedule.

mcfa way Bonus Program

• Following your first full quarter worked, you will qualify for a profit‑share bonus that is distributed at the end of each quarter if company targets are hit.
• Incoming Growth Units: 10
• Growth Unit allotment may increase over time.

Healthcare & Insurance

• Eligible to participate in mcfa’s family medical, dental and vision coverage; plan access begins on the first day of employment.
• mcfa contributes up to 75% shared cost, not to exceed $700 per month.
• Company paid life insurance plan (up to $100,000 per employee).
• Company paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.

Retirement

• You are eligible to participate in Company retirement plan (401k) on first day of employment with mcfa.

mcfa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. mcfa does not discriminate against any applicant or employee with regard to hiring, tenure of employment, promotion, transfer, selection for training, or any other terms or conditions of employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or national origin, status as a Vietnam‑era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal law, or on any ground protected by state or local law in each area in which mcfa maintains facilities.