Sr Mechanical Engineer - HVAC

CyberCoders; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation/PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Bonus

Job summary

CyberCoders in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and delivery of mechanical building systems for commercial projects. You will drive HVAC system design from concept through construction administration, perform energy analyses, and coordinate BIM workflows with architects and engineers while mentoring junior staff and managing client expectations.

Proficiency with Trace 700, AutoCAD, and Revit, and strong knowledge of ASHRAE, ICC and NFPA codes are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; Masters preferred.
• PE license preferred; EIT or equivalent for early-career hires considered with significant project experience.
• Minimum 7-10 years of mechanical design experience with leadership on medium to large commercial or institutional projects.
• HVAC and plumbing system design, load calculations, equipment selection, and energy analysis.
• Experience with Trace 700 for HVAC simulation and energy modeling.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM coordination processes.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and standards (ASHRAE, ICC, NFPA).
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Experience with construction administration, field coordination, and resolving contractor issues.
• Ability to mentor junior staff, manage project priorities, and deliver high-quality work on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical system design for HVAC across project phases from concept through construction administration.
• Develop detailed calculations, load analyses, equipment selection, and system layouts using Trace 700 and other modeling tools.
• Prepare and review mechanical drawings, specifications, and schedules using AutoCAD and Revit; maintain BIM model integrity.
• Coordinate with architects, structural, electrical engineers to resolve clashes and integrate systems in BIM workflow.
• Perform energy analyses and recommend sustainable, cost-effective solutions meeting ASHRAE, local codes, and client requirements.
• Provide construction administration support including RFIs, submittals, and site visits.
• Mentor junior staff and lead design reviews and quality control checks.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables; communicate progress to project managers and clients.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and contribute to proposals and technical scopes of work.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client-facing

Communication

Project management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

PE license preferred

Tools

Trace 700

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM coordination

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and delivery of mechanical building systems with a focus on commercial HVAC projects. The role combines technical leadership, hands‑on modeling and documentation, interdisciplinary coordination, and client‑facing responsibilities to ensure safe, efficient, and code‑compliant systems for commercial and institutional projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical system design for HVAC across project phases from concept through construction administration.
• Develop detailed calculations, load analyses, equipment selection, and system layouts using Trace 700 and other modeling tools.
• Prepare and review mechanical drawings, specifications, and schedules using AutoCAD and Revit; maintain model integrity in a BIM environment.
• Coordinate closely with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and other stakeholders to resolve clashes and integrate systems within the BIM workflow.
• Perform energy analyses and recommend sustainable, cost-effective solutions that comply with ASHRAE, local codes, and client requirements.
• Provide construction administration support including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and performing site visits to ensure design intent is achieved.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers; lead design reviews and quality control checks.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables; communicate progress and technical issues to project managers and clients.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and contribute to proposal development and technical scopes of work.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering; Masters degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; EIT or equivalent for early-career hires considered if accompanied by significant project experience.
• Minimum 7-10 years of mechanical design experience with demonstrated leadership on medium to large commercial or institutional projects.
• Proven expertise in HVAC and plumbing system design, load calculations, equipment selection, and energy analysis.
• Hands‑on experience with Trace 700 for HVAC simulation and energy modeling.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and working within a BIM coordination process.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and standards (ASHRAE, ICC, NFPA) and practical application in design and construction.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and client‑facing skills; ability to present design concepts clearly.
• Experience with construction administration, field coordination, and resolving contractor issues.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff, manage project priorities, and deliver high‑quality work on schedule.

Benefits

• Vacation/PTO
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Bonus