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Senior Mechanical HVAC Engineer

PTS Advance

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Building Systems (HVAC) Shape the Future of High-Performance Building Design We are seeking a talented and driven Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Building Engineering team. This is an opportunity to lead the design of complex mechanical systems for some of the most impactful projects in the market while mentoring younger engineers and serving as a trusted technical resource for clients and project teams. If you're looking for a role that offers technical challenge, leadership opportunities, diverse project exposure, and a clear path toward project management and technical leadership, we'd like to speak with you. What You'll Do As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the planning, design, and coordination of HVAC and mechanical building systems from concept through construction. Key Responsibilities Lead HVAC system design for commercial, healthcare, education, municipal, science & technology, industrial, aviation, and mission-critical facilities. Perform heating and cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, energy analysis, and system evaluations. Develop construction documents, specifications, reports, and engineering studies. Design air distribution systems, hydronic systems, central utility plants, chilled water systems, heating water systems, and specialty mechanical systems. Coordinate with electrical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, architectural, and civil disciplines. Serve as Engineer of Record on projects when applicable. Conduct quality reviews of engineering deliverables and provide technical guidance to project teams. Interface directly with owners, architects, contractors, and stakeholders throughout project execution. Review shop drawings, RFIs, submittals, and support construction administration efforts. Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers. Support business development efforts and help cultivate long-term client relationships. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. 7+ years of HVAC/mechanical design experience within a consulting engineering environment. Strong knowledge of HVAC system design and building mechanical systems. Experience preparing construction documents and engineering calculations. Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD. Experience with HVAC load calculation and energy modeling software such as Trace, HAP, IES, or similar. Working knowledge of ASHRAE standards, building codes, and industry best practices. Strong communication and client-facing skills. Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) license or active path toward licensure. Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams. Healthcare, higher education, laboratory, mission-critical, aviation, or large commercial project experience. LEED Accreditation or sustainability-focused design experience. Experience mentoring engineers and designers. Why Engineers Join Our Team Diverse portfolio of complex and technically challenging projects. Direct exposure to clients and project decision-makers. Opportunity to lead projects rather than simply support them. Collaborative culture with strong mentorship and professional development. Clear path toward Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, and Technical Leadership positions. Stable backlog of work across multiple market sectors. Opportunity to influence project outcomes and make a visible impact on the built environment. Technical Skills HVAC Design Chilled Water Systems Heating Water Systems Air Distribution Systems Load Calculations Equipment Selection Revit AutoCAD BIM Coordination ASHRAE Standards Construction Administration Engineering Calculations Technical Leadership Performance Bonus Opportunities 401(k) with Company Match Professional Development & Continuing Education Support PE License Assistance Paid Time Off & Holidays Join a team where your technical expertise, leadership abilities, and professional growth are valued. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional engineering solutions and helping shape the next generation of building systems, we encourage you to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr PTS Advance

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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