Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer

Location: Denver, CO

Salary: 120 - 150K

Are you a Mechanical Engineer looking to grow?

We're looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer / Technical Lead to serve as a subject matter expert on complex HVAC systems. This individual will take ownership of system design, lead engineering initiatives, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in shaping technical direction across the organization.

This is with a well-established company who is a major player in the market focusing on high-end commercial and mission-critical work. They are known for delivering complex, high-performance building systems across mission-critical and large-scale commercial environments. The company has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, long-term client relationships, and a high-performing sales and project delivery culture.

What We Are Looking For:

Be the Subject Matter Expert of Mechanical engineering and conduct in-depth engineering studies and create system designs that prioritize longevity and solve the root cause of mechanical issues.

Take on the responsibility of a lead role, mentoring another Mechanical Engineer, signing mechanical designs, and helping guide the direction of our team.

Go beyond standard replacement design by evaluating sequences of operation, control strategies, and BAS/DDC integration to enhance system efficiency and building performance.

Partner with the sales team in client meetings, serving as the technical authority to build credibility, explain system strategies, and guide customers toward the best long-term solutions.

Stay current with emerging HVAC technologies, System architectures, and energy strategies to ensure designs remain forward-thinking and adaptable.

What We Are Looking For:

6+ years of experience in HVAC design, with a focus on commercial retrofit and mechanical system infrastructure, with a focus on constructability, maintainability, and long-term service access.

2+ years performing field assessments of existing MEP systems, validating real-world conditions and identifying performance gaps across central plants, airside systems, and distribution networks.

2+ years executing comprehensive heating and cooling load calculations to properly size equipment such as chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and air handling systems. Ensuring optimal performance without overdesign.

Excellent AutoCAD software design skills and Revit MEP

Solid understanding of mechanical codes, energy codes, and industry best practices

Excellent communication skills to interact cross-functionally across the organization and with clients

Complex facility experience across a wide range of commercial and mission-critical environments, including office buildings, healthcare facilities, laboratories, manufacturing plants, and data centers.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering , or related technical field, plus L icensed Professional Engineer (PE) in any state

This is a challenging role in a world-class design/build organization. We are looking for a career-minded team player that is hungry to make an impact and grow their career in this organization.

Compensation will be commensurate with your experience, but expect a competitive base, incentives and benefits. If this sounds like a role you would like to discuss, please send me your qualifications or contact me, Jenne Hays at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com. All inquiries will be treated confidentially.

Not quite the position you are looking for? I focus on recruiting for specialty construction and service companies and work on diverse openings – some are posted and some are not. If you are a building automation or HVAC controls professional then I would welcome the opportunity to talk with you and invite you to send me your qualifications.