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About the Role

Confidential Client is hiring an entry‑level Mechanical Design Engineer (HVAC) to join a small, collaborative MEP team. This is a hybrid role based in Champaign, IL that combines office/remote work with regular site visits. You’ll contribute to HVAC system design, equipment selection, and construction documentation from day one — ideal for early‑career engineers who want hands‑on project experience.

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Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems for a variety of building types (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and related mechanical systems)
• Perform load calculations and select equipment
• Produce construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD
• Edit specifications, review shop drawings, and respond to RFIs
• Coordinate across MEP disciplines with engineers and design staff
• Conduct site surveys and field verification (typically 2–4 times per month)
• Apply and stay current with applicable codes and standards (ASHRAE, IMC, IECC)

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong spatial and systems thinking ability
• Comfortable learning new software tools (Revit, AutoCAD, load‑calc tools)
• Responsible, organized, and able to manage assigned tasks independently
• Clear and collaborative communicator
• Interest in building a long‑term career in HVAC design

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Preferred (Helpful but Not Required)

• Relevant internship or work experience in HVAC or MEP design
• Familiarity with HAP, Trace 700, or similar load calculation software
• EIT certification or progress toward PE licensure
• Proficiency or aptitude in Revit and AutoCAD

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $65,000–$75,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Year‑end discretionary bonus (based on company performance and individual factors)
• Hybrid, negotiable work schedule and flexible hours
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA for medical and dependent care
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO that grows with tenure, paid holidays, parental leave
• Professional development support — reimbursement for certification/exam fees and renewals

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About Confidential Client

Confidential Client is a small, established MEP consulting firm that designs mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems across healthcare, K–12, commercial, municipal, and specialty projects. The team emphasizes quality, integrity, and work‑life balance. You’ll join a tight‑knit group where long tenures are common and individual contributions are visible on built projects.

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Location & Work Type

• Job location: Champaign, IL (hybrid; local site visits required)
• Employment type: Full‑time

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Keywords / Good Fit For

• Entry‑level HVAC designer
• Mechanical Design Engineer — HVAC
• Revit / AutoCAD HVAC design
• Load calculations (HAP, Trace 700)
• EIT / aspiring PE

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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