Mechanical (HVAC) Design Engineer

Mechanical (HVAC) Design Engineer - Building Systems (MEP / Design-Build) Location: Chicagoland area Work setting: On-site (in-office) Compensation: $90,000–$110,000 The Opportunity Our client is a long-established mechanical contractor with a strong design-build practice. They’re hiring a Mechanical (HVAC) Design Engineer to join a small, collaborative engineering group and support commercial and high-rise residential projects from design through installation support. This is a great fit for someone coming from an MEP consulting/design office environment who enjoys practical, buildable designs and close collaboration with construction teams. What You’ll Do Design HVAC systems for commercial and/or high-rise residential projects (design-build environment) Perform heating/cooling load calculations and system sizing Complete duct/pipe sizing and pressure drop calculations Coordinate with architects, structural partners, and internal project teams for system integration Review technical submittals and support engineering during construction Must-Haves Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related) 3+ years HVAC/MEP design experience (3 is the minimum; 5+ ideal) Experience working in a consulting/design office environment (MEP/building systems); design-build exposure is a plus Proficiency with Revit (BIM) and AutoCAD Experience with load-calculation / HVAC design tools (ex: HAP, TRACE 700, similar) Strong knowledge of HVAC systems design, including equipment selection, duct/pipe layout, and pressure drop Familiarity with applicable codes/standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, local codes) Able to manage multiple priorities, communicate clearly, and work cross-functionally Preferred (Nice to Have) EIT/FE or PE (or on track) Energy modeling / sustainability exposure (LEED experience a plus) #J-18808-Ljbffr NextPlay Jobs