Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description
This Sr. Mechanical Engineer role focuses on the design and delivery of building and site mechanical systems, with an emphasis on HVAC, plumbing, mechanical utilities, and related building systems. You will lead the production of mechanical and plumbing design and construction documents in an A/E consulting environment, provide technical and project leadership, mentor junior staff, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to help clients achieve their project goals.
This client works across a broad range of project types, including:

• Commercial & Corporate Offices, Education (K-12 and Higher Education), Healthcare, Industrial & Manufacturing, Civic & Municipal, Public Safety Facilities, Government & Justice Projects, Transportation & Infrastructure, Community Development Projects

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design and production for assigned building projects, taking day-to-day responsibility for mechanical systems from concept through construction documents.
• Prepare mechanical and plumbing design and construction documents in REVIT MEP in accordance with applicable standards, internal quality control requirements, and A/E industry BIM standards.
• Develop and refine design parameters consistent with project scope, schedule, and budget in collaboration with project managers and the director of mechanical engineering services.
• Produce comprehensive mechanical design studies, written design narratives, calculations, and analyses for HVAC systems, process cooling and heating, plumbing, fire protection, piping, and mechanical utilities.
• Research building materials and mechanical systems and select appropriate components for incorporation into building designs, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with codes.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, civil, electrical, fire protection, telecom, and interior design disciplines, ensuring fully integrated and conflict-free building systems.
• Prepare design documents for all phases of design, including concept, schematic design, design development, and construction documents, and ensure conformance with internal standards.
• Develop outline and final construction document specifications for mechanical and plumbing systems and coordinate these specifications with other disciplines project specifications.
• Respond to estimated budget hour requests from division managers and project managers and assist in the development of project schedules and budgets for mechanical engineering work.
• Coordinate with project managers on schedule, construction cost considerations, and scope of work for each project, providing technical and project management support as needed.
• Perform conceptual planning and design to confirm that project requirements align with the defined scope, schedule, and budget, and adjust design strategies as necessary.
• Use HVAC analysis software, such as Carrier HAP or NIBS Trace 700, to model and analyze mechanical system performance and support design decisions that meet project criteria.
• Mentor and supervise mechanical and plumbing engineers, designers, and other technical personnel, providing guidance, training, and oversight to support their professional growth.
• Manage parallel assignments and multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, maintaining progress, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality mechanical engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate effectively with architects, structural engineers, civil engineers, electrical engineers, interior designers, and other technical staff to achieve cohesive project outcomes.
• Maintain working knowledge of architectural, electrical, structural, civil, fire protection, and telecom systems and ensure that mechanical designs integrate and coordinate with these systems.
• Provide staff management and client relationship support, including participation in marketing efforts and project interview presentations to represent mechanical engineering capabilities.
• Seek advice and counsel from the director of mechanical engineering services when needed and incorporate feedback to improve design quality and project execution.
• Support clients in achieving their goals by delivering mechanical engineering solutions that meet performance, budget, and schedule requirements, and by proactively solving design and coordination issues.
• Assist with the preparation of construction cost estimates for mechanical and plumbing scopes of work, contributing to overall project budget planning and control.

Essential Skills

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in mechanical engineering, with the ability to obtain registration in multiple states; NCEES registration preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on mechanical design experience in HVAC systems, process cooling and heating, and mechanical utilities within an A/E consulting firm environment.
• Demonstrated experience producing mechanical and plumbing design and construction documents for building projects.
• Strong proficiency in REVIT MEP for mechanical and plumbing design and documentation.
• Understanding and experience with design-related and office computer software and operating systems used in engineering and A/E environments.
• Broad knowledge of building mechanical engineering, including concept development and final design for HVAC systems, HVAC controls, plumbing systems, fire protection, piping systems, and mechanical utility systems.
• Experience designing building HVAC systems to meet defined performance criteria.
• Experience using HVAC analysis software, with Carrier HAP or NIBS Trace 700 preferred.
• Familiarity and experience working with building codes and related regulations affecting mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Knowledgeable in related areas of building design, including coordination with architectural, structural, civil, electrical, fire protection, and telecom systems.
• Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards and workflows.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation, reporting, and analysis.

Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Cincinnati, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $140000.00/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.
Medical & Dental Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match Paid Time Off & Holidays Professional Development Support Collaborative, Inclusive Work Culture Recognition as one of Cincinnatis Top 100 Places to Work since 2021
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Cincinnati, OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
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