Sr. Engineer (HVAC)

Job Description

Job Description

About AHA Consulting Engineers

Founded in 1991, AHA Consulting Engineers, Inc. has a 30+ year proven track record in the design of complex, high-performance buildings. We are consultants and advisors first, focused on our clients’ vision and success during and beyond every project.

AHA’s Team of dedicated professionals in our Burlington and Boston, MA; Atlanta (Alpharetta), GA; Philadelphia, PA; and Ashburn, VA offices expertly advise, evaluate, model, design and commission high-performance building systems delivering trusted performance to our clients under the most challenging budget and schedule constraints.

As a multi-discipline building system consulting firm, our offerings include best-in-class HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and Fire Protection (MEP/FP) and Technology Design; Energy & Sustainability Consulting; Commissioning, BIM/VDC and Advisory Services; Arc Flash and Coordination Studies; and Computational Fluid Dynamics Modeling.

We are a recognized expert in the AEC (Architectural, Engineering and Construction) industry with a targeted focus on Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Industrial, Academic, and corporate markets.

Lastly and most importantly, AHA is as committed to our Team Members as we are to our clients. Our benefits package, training program, and office culture supports our employees’ professional growth and well-being. AHA also promotes the continued personal and professional development of our dedicated professionals to stay current on the latest developments in the AEC industry through participation in professional organizations, industry seminars and trade shows, as well as continuing education classes and lunch-and-learns. Our AHA University program provides the opportunity for our professionals to be part of an AHA Team presenting information sessions of our building performance consulting expertise to our architectural, development, and end-user clients. Furthermore, AHA has competitive salaries, PTO, health, and retirement benefits and, AHA is a partial ESOP company which further enhances our retirement benefits. And finally, our unique Path to Partnership opportunity provides employees the guidance and mentorship to advance up the corporate ladder to leadership positions in the firm.

Why This Role Matters

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with a Professional Engineer (PE) license and strong project management experience to join our MEP engineering team. This role combines advanced technical design, project leadership, client management, and coordination across multi-disciplinary project teams. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who can oversee full project lifecycles—concept through construction—while maintaining high quality standards and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Engineering & Design

• Lead mechanical/HVAC design for buildings across various sectors (commercial, institutional, mission critical, life sciences, residential, etc.).
• Perform and review complex engineering calculations, system sizing, code analysis, and equipment selection.
• Develop mechanical plans, specifications, and technical reports.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant codes and standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IMC, IECC, etc.).
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and assist during construction administration.

Project Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, and contractors.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and staffing from kickoff through closeout.
• Lead multidisciplinary coordination with electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology teams.
• Oversee junior engineers, mentor staff, and provide technical guidance.
• Manage proposal development, project planning, and forecasting of workload.

Quality & Delivery

• Conduct QA/QC reviews to ensure technical accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain strong communication and documentation throughout project execution.
• Drive project efficiency and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Requirements Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field required; MSME a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years as a Lead Mechanical Engineering experience in an MEP consulting environment
• Demonstrated experience managing projects of varying size and complexity.
• Proficiency with industry software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, and other HVAC modeling tools.
• Strong understanding of building systems, codes, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 12 years+ as a Lead Mechanical Engineering experience in an MEP consulting environment
• Experience in lab, healthcare, mission critical, or high-performance buildings.
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks (LEED, WELL, Energy Modeling).
• Experience mentoring engineers and supporting business development.

Expected Salary Range

The expected compensation for this role, including benefits, ranges from $120,000 to $190,000 annually and will be determined based on experience, licensure, education, internal equity, project scope, and location.

At AHA, our success starts with our people — and we invest in creating an environment where you can grow and thrive. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we offer programs that set us apart:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – giving you a real stake in AHA’s long-term success
• Path to Partnership – a transparent, attainable leadership development framework
• Student Debt Repayment Program – direct financial support to help reduce student loan burden
• Flexible & Hybrid Work Schedules – supporting balance, autonomy, and professional growth
• Professional Development & Mentorship – including FE/PE exam support and structured training opportunities

At AHA, you’re not just joining an engineering firm — you’re building a career where your ideas matter and your contributions have a meaningful impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer
AHA is an EO/AA Employer – M/F/Disability/Veterans

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