Senior Mechanical Engineer - Commercial HVAC
Job Description
Position Overview
We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, engineering applications, and automated control systems. This position will provide engineering support for design-build projects by working with our team of Project Managers and Sales Professionals. Responsibilities include reviewing and recommending engineered HVAC solutions and designs, coordinating and quality checking outsourced engineering resources, processing utility incentives, preparing permit documents for small mechanical projects, performing load calculations, and various other engineering duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop an engineering scope of work, recommend equipment selections, and perform pre-construction activities.
- Design mechanical systems including central chiller plants, package units, split systems, air handling units, and variable refrigerant volume units.
- Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and prepare preliminary (redline) design layouts for estimating.
- Ensure the quality of work produced by third-party engineering consultants and participate in conceptual design for projects.
- Conduct site inspections to verify equipment selections and perform calculations such as heating/cooling loads, equipment sizing, pipe and duct sizing, and friction loss.
- Collaborate with Project Managers throughout project design and construction.
- Perform Heating and Cooling Load Calculations and Title 24 Compliance calculations.
- Prepare and deliver client presentations.
- Assist in developing, writing, and reviewing client proposal documents, including both financial and technical sections.
- Interact professionally with various internal departments.
- Demonstrate a personal commitment to professional growth and development.
- Complete other duties and special projects as directed.
Required Qualifications
- BS in Mechanical Engineering is required.
- Professional Engineering license is required.
- 10+ years of experience in HVAC design/construction.
- Extensive design experience with chilled water central plants.
- Independent decision making and autonomous project management.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD MEP or Revit.
- Experience with Mechanical Codes and Energy Efficiency Standards.
- Experience in energy efficiency projects or performance-based energy services.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously.
- Experience in writing technical proposals and reports.
- Strong customer presentation skills and proven sales aptitude.
- Financial acumen, including cost modeling for sales proposals.
- Experience in developing technical and cost proposals.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
Preferred Qualifications
- CEM certification is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of OSHPD/HCAI codes is a plus.
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation Range: $136,000 - $160,000 per year
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach, and Employee Assistance Program