Sr. Mechanical Engineer | Pasadena, CA

Schnackel Engineers, Inc.; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Schnackel Engineers, Inc. in Pasadena, CA, seeks a Mechanical Engineer with strong MEP/FP design experience to deliver high-quality construction documents.

You’ll use AutoCAD and related software, perform HVAC load calculations, coordinate with clients and consultants, and mentor junior staff. This role emphasizes engineering excellence, regulatory compliance with CA codes, and leadership in fast-paced projects across North America.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of mechanical design experience in MEP/FP engineering.
• Advanced proficiency with California Building, Mechanical and Energy Codes.
• Ability to coordinate with clients and consultants.
• PE credentials in Mechanical Engineering preferred or able to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with client, the MEP/FP/IT design team, and other consultants to ensure coordination and schedule.
• Participate in meetings and conference calls when deemed necessary.
• Becoming familiar with the codes that are applicable to the project.
• Using AutoCAD and other software to create mechanical construction document packages.
• Performing HVAC load calculations, ductwork, pipe sizing, and any other calculations required to support the mechanical design.
• Coordinating with equipment vendors and manufacturer’s representatives for selection and specification of appropriate equipment.
• Provide construction administration (CA) services, including answering requests for information (RFIs).
• Provide mentoring and guidance for colleagues.

Skills

HVAC design

Project coordination

Communication

Education

ABET AE/ME degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MEP software

Job description

Pasadena, CA

The Opportunity

• Design Superior Quality Plans: Your expertise and skills, coupled with our proprietary AI for MEP® software, will result in some of the highest-quality, most accurate plans seen in the industry while being completed in a fraction of the time of traditional design.
• Help Shape the Future of Revolutionary Software: Your expert input and feedback will help shape the development and improvement of Schnackel Engineers’ AI for MEP® software.
• Guide Your Colleagues: You will be encouraged to utilize your positive unique life experiences, skills, and expertise for the betterment of your colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating with the client, the MEP/FP/IT design team, and other consultants to ensure the design is consistent with the client’s vision, to identify and resolve areas of conflict, to ensure a fully coordinated interdisciplinary design, and to ensure the design schedule is maintained.
• Participate in meetings and conference calls when deemed necessary.
• Becoming familiar with the codes that are applicable to the project.
• Using AutoCAD and other software to create mechanical construction document packages which include plans with appropriate equipment, ductwork, piping, and construction specifications.
• Performing HVAC load calculations, ductwork, pipe sizing, and any other calculations required to support the mechanical design.
• Coordinating with equipment vendors and manufacturer’s representatives for selection and specification of appropriate equipment.
• Provide construction administration (CA) services, including answering requests for information (RFIs).
• Provide mentoring and guidance for colleagues.

What We Are Looking For

• ABET-accredited degree in Architectural Engineering with a Mechanical emphasis or Mechanical Engineering with a focus on HVAC systems.
• Five or more years of mechanical design experience with an MEP/FP engineering consultant.
• Advanced proficiency with California Building, Mechanical, and Energy Codes.
• In possession of, or ability to obtain, Professional Engineer (PE) credentials in Mechanical Engineering.
• Exceptional communication and organization skills, including ability to prioritize tasks and multitask.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently upon receiving necessary direction and information.Thrive in fast-paced environments with desire to work efficiently.

Why Join Schnackel Engineers, Inc.?

• Be a part of a mid-sized company that values quality, efficiency, and clear communication.
• Work on diverse projects across North America, offering a rich and varied professional experience.
• Embrace the challenge of a role that combines technical expertise, innovation, creativity, and leadership.
• Lead and mentor colleagues with the opportunity to pass along your experience and knowledge of the industry to the next generation.

Salary range: $69K – $118K