HVAC Mechanical Engineer

RVE (an Ardurra company) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in  Durham, NC.

We work with clients to ensure that their buildings and associated infrastructure meet their current and future needs, are integrated as appropriate and operate efficiently. Our professionals bring together engineering and strong economic and management principles to design and upgrade heating, air conditioning, ventilation and other systems for our K-12, higher education, healthcare, hospitality and industrial clients as part of new construction or renovation projects. As Engineer of Record and Program Manager we design and implement holistic facility improvements. We maintain the skills in house to implement cost effective MEP facilities design.

Our mechanical engineers have the experience to design spaces for multiple functions and to integrate systems to maintain a consistent comfort zone for air quality and exchange. Our engineers design smart, efficient control systems for effective control of environmental conditions and to facilitate troubleshooting and problem or conflict detection.

Primary Function:

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for leading the design and delivery of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and fire alarm systems for commercial, industrial, and educational projects. This role oversees projects from concept through construction, performing mechanical calculations, equipment selection, system layouts, and the design of hydronic piping, ductwork, and mechanical equipment. The engineer will coordinate with clients, architects, and multidisciplinary teams while managing project schedules, deliverables, and construction documentation to ensure quality and accuracy. Additionally, this position provides technical leadership by mentoring junior engineers and designers, conducting site visits as needed, supporting proposal development, and contributing to the continued growth of the mechanical engineering practice.

Primary Duties:

• Support the design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, including fire alarm systems, for commercial, industrial, and educational projects
• Perform and review mechanical calculations, equipment selections, and system layouts
• Oversee hydronic (chilled and hot water) piping design, ductwork, and mechanical equipment sizing
• Develop and manage project schedules, deliverables, and client expectations
• Ensure quality and accuracy of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Coordinate with cross-discipline teams, architects, and clients
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers, providing technical oversight and career development support
• Perform site visits and field surveys when required
• Assist in proposal development and contribute to department growth initiatives
• Oversee projects from concept through construction, mentor junior staff
• Provide high-quality engineering services for educational, commercial, and industrial clients

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline required
• 7+ years of experience in design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, including fire alarms
• PE license required
• Ability to clarify and concisely express thoughts verbally and in written correspondence/reports/specifications
• Provides effort and takes pride in all work assignments produced
• Not afraid to ask for guidance/assistance in order to expedite the date of assignment deliverables
• Ability to simultaneously work on group and individual assignments
• Must have effective communication, management and writing skills
• Must be skilled in the use of Word/Excel products

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home. 

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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