Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer oversees mechanical designs and leads assigned project teams across a diverse portfolio of Educational, Mission-Critical, Retail, Datacenter, Federal, and Commercial projects. This role combines hands-on design work with project coordination and team leadership, supporting a multi-discipline, design-build environment with long-term, repeat clients and a strong focus on quality and relationship-building.

• Lead and oversee mechanical design efforts for Educational, Mission-Critical, Retail, Datacenter, Federal, and Commercial building projects.
• Manage assigned project teams, providing day-to-day direction, coordination, and support to ensure successful project delivery.
• Perform mechanical and HVAC system design, including layout, sizing, and selection of equipment in accordance with building codes and project requirements.
• Develop and review design documents using Revit, and work with AutoCAD and Bluebeam to produce and coordinate construction drawings and details.
• Participate in plan-spec and design-build projects within the construction industry, ensuring designs meet client expectations and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate closely with internal multi-discipline teams and external stakeholders to integrate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and other systems.
• Apply knowledge of building codes and industry standards to ensure compliance and safety in all mechanical designs.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing schedules, resources, and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical oversight, feedback, and professional development support.
• Support business development activities by maintaining strong relationships with clients in consulting and construction fields, and contributing to repeat business through high-quality work.
• Participate in project planning and forecasting discussions to help align staffing and resources with a robust multi-year backlog.
• Engage in project coordination meetings, resolve design and construction issues, and ensure smooth communication among all project participants.

• At least 3 years of experience in the mechanical industry, with a focus on building-related mechanical systems.
• At least 3 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably on plan-spec or design-build projects.
• Proficiency in Revit for mechanical design and documentation.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam for drawing production, review, and markups.
• Experience in mechanical design for at least two building types, such as Educational, Mission-Critical, Retail, Datacenter, Federal, or Commercial projects.
• Strong background in HVAC mechanical design, including system layout and integration with building design.
• Experience with plumbing and mechanical systems in commercial construction environments.
• Understanding of building design principles and building codes relevant to mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Experience with project engineering, CAD design, and project coordination in a multi-discipline setting.
• Ability to manage and lead project teams and to mentor junior engineers.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Up to 3+ years of business development experience with clients in consulting or construction fields.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Mechanical Engineering is preferred but not required, and is especially valued for candidates with several years of experience.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is a nice-to-have and supports project and team leadership responsibilities.
• Experience with Revit MEP for detailed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination.
• Exposure to educational projects, data centers, retail design and retail projects, and commercial construction.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships, contributing to repeat business.
• Strong ownership mentality and self-motivation, thriving in environments with autonomy and low bureaucracy.
• Comfort working across multiple vertical sectors in nonresidential markets.

The role operates primarily in a remote work environment, with the option to work from various office locations if desired. The firm is a multi-discipline design-build organization with seven studios that cross-reference projects, ensuring engineers are not limited to a single project type and can gain exposure to different technologies and sectors. The company is large enough to offer a wide variety of nonresidential projects, yet maintains a small-company feel with minimal bureaucracy and a culture of autonomy, where individuals have ownership over their projects and use established tools for consistency without rigid processes. The project backlog is government-backed and stable, with a mix of approximately 60% technology-related work and 40% government projects, and about 90% of work coming from repeat clients, resulting in multi-year forecasting and long-term relationships. Employees benefit from a career-oriented culture with strong longevity, growth and learning opportunities, and an average tenure among senior staff exceeding a decade. Ownership is expanded through a shareholder structure, and the organization supports community engagement and charity events. Dress code expectations align with a professional engineering environment and may vary depending on whether the employee is working remotely or from an office setting.

This is a Permanent position based out of Sacramento, CA.

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

401k, esop, bonus, overtime

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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