Mechanical Design Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time

Hybrid Schedule: 3 days In-office / 2 Remote

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 (This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.)

Level: Entry

Office: Long Beach, CA

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in HVAC system design to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have 0-2 years of experience in the design and coordination of HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. This position involves working with a team on mechanical design efforts and other engineering disciplines to deliver high-quality, coordinated designs. The entry-level engineer works closely with the project manager to assist and support them.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to HVAC system design, including load calculations, equipment selection, and ductwork/hydronic system layout.
• Prepare and review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation in accordance with project and code requirements.
• Coordinate designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and plumbing disciplines to ensure fully integrated building systems.
• Conduct field surveys, evaluate existing mechanical systems, and develop retrofit or upgrade solutions.
• Support project development from concept design through construction administration, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals.
• Collaborate with clients and project managers to define scope, schedule, and budgets for mechanical portions of projects.
• Stay current with applicable building codes and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• EIT (Preferred).
• 0-2 years of progressively responsible experience in HVAC design within a consulting engineering or design-build environment (preferred).
• Familiarity in Revit, AutoCAD, and HVAC load calculation software (e.g., Carrier HAP, Trane TRACE).
• Familiarity with energy modeling, sustainability, and LEED/ASHRAE 90.1 compliance (preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to lead technical discussions with clients and project teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Additional Preferred Skills

• Experience with healthcare, laboratory, higher education, or mission-critical facilities.
• Knowledge of specification writing and Division 23 standards.
• Basic understanding of building automation systems and controls integration.

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