HVAC Project Engineer

Project Engineer – HVAC / MEP

Location: New York, NY

Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 per year

About the Role

An established engineering business is seeking a Project Engineer to support the delivery of bespoke HVAC systems across a range of commercial projects. This position combines technical engineering, project support and on-site problem-solving to ensure equipment and systems operate in line with design specifications and customer requirements.

Working closely with internal engineering, sales, project delivery and service teams, you will help resolve technical challenges, support system integration and liaise with international equipment manufacturers to deliver effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering guidance to project teams, sales professionals, service technicians and customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to HVAC system design reviews, helping ensure proposed solutions meet technical and operational requirements.
• Investigate project-related engineering challenges and recommend practical, technically sound solutions.
• Liaise with manufacturers and factory engineering teams to develop product knowledge, resolve equipment issues and obtain specialist support.
• Prepare technical reports, system documentation and supporting materials for project delivery and customer handover.
• Diagnose complex equipment and system performance issues, identifying root causes and appropriate corrective actions.
• Support site-based testing, system start-up and commissioning activities to verify that installations perform as intended.
• Assess customer requirements, identify areas for improvement and communicate recommendations clearly.
• Manage competing priorities across multiple projects while maintaining strong standards of quality, accuracy and accountability.
• Share technical knowledge with colleagues and collaborate across departments to achieve successful project outcomes.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• At least four years of professional experience within MEP engineering, ideally involving HVAC systems or mechanical building services.
• Existing authorization to work in the United States.
• Competency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Understanding of HVAC controls, basic programming principles and electrical wiring diagrams.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to assess technical problems and develop appropriate solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage with customers, colleagues and external technical teams.
• Effective organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate tasks and manage several projects simultaneously.
• A collaborative approach, with a willingness to share expertise and contribute to wider team objectives.
• Willingness and physical ability to attend project sites, climb ladders when required and use basic hand tools to access equipment.