Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer I / II (EIT)

Mechanical Design Engineer (Level I / II) supports the design and development of mechanical systems for mission-critical facilities. This role is focused on HVAC system design, equipment layout, and construction document development, working under the guidance of senior engineers. This is a hands-on, design-oriented role where the engineer will contribute to system layouts, calculations, and coordination efforts across multiple projects. The position offers exposure to real-world infrastructure projects and collaboration with clients, contractors, and internal engineering teams.

Assist in the design of HVAC and mechanical systems for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical facilities

Develop system layouts including ductwork, piping, and equipment placement

Support the design of systems such as: chilled water systems, air handling units (AHUs), CRAC / CRAH units (data center environments), pumps and cooling towers

Perform basic engineering calculations including heat gain / heat loss, airflow and ventilation requirements, equipment sizing support

Prepare and modify construction drawings using AutoCAD and/or Revit

Coordinate mechanical systems with electrical, architectural, and structural disciplines

Assist in reviewing shop drawings and submittals

Support construction-phase activities including field coordination and site visits

Participate in project meetings and internal design reviews

Maintain documentation and support development of project deliverables

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification preferred or in progress

1–5+ years of experience in mechanical design, HVAC, or building systems

Experience with: HVAC system layouts, mechanical piping and duct routing, equipment selection support

Familiarity with industry standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, and building codes

Proficiency with: AutoCAD and/or Revit, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Understanding of HVAC systems and mechanical design fundamentals

Exposure to: chilled water systems, air distribution systems, pumps, valves, and mechanical equipment

Basic knowledge of building automation systems (Client) such as Trane Tracer or similar platforms

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications

Understanding of construction documentation and design workflows

Exposure to mission-critical environments such as: data centers, telecommunications facilities, labs or cleanrooms

Internship or work experience in consulting engineering or mechanical contracting

Familiarity with load calculation tools (Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, etc.)

Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Good communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Interest in developing toward a Professional Engineer (PE) license