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Mechanical Engineer - HVAC

$85k

Sterling Engineering

Title: Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)

Location: Oak Brook Terrace, IL 60181

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $85,000+ (Higher compensation available based on experience)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced HVAC Project Engineer to design HVAC systems for a variety of projects, primarily commercial office buildings and retail spaces. Additional project types may include industrial facilities, laboratories, medical clinics, and educational buildings.

This role will focus heavily on HVAC design engineering, including load calculations, field surveys, duct design, equipment selection, specifications, drafting, and code reviews. Candidates with experience across multiple project types are welcome, and candidates with management experience will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design HVAC systems for commercial and other building projects.
  • Perform HVAC load calculations using HAP.
  • Conduct field surveys and evaluate project requirements.
  • Complete duct design and related calculations.
  • Develop project specifications and select appropriate equipment.
  • Perform drafting using AutoCAD.
  • Review applicable engineering codes and standards.
  • Support projects through all phases of the project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant HVAC engineering experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
  • Knowledge of applicable engineering codes and standards, including ASHRAE, IMC, and IECC.
  • Experience working through all phases of a project.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD drafting.
  • Experience designing HVAC systems, preferably for commercial office buildings and retail spaces.

Additional Information

  • Candidates with a mix of project types will be considered.
  • Candidates with management experience are welcome.
  • The position emphasizes HVAC system design rather than data center-focused projects.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Vacancy posted 29 days ago
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