Mechanical Engineer I
The Mechanical Engineer I at Confidential Client is responsible for designing HVAC and mechanical utility systems for buildings, including load calculations, equipment sizing, and system specification. Working under experienced engineers, the role involves developing design packages, coordinating with clients and trade partners, and supporting construction activities, with opportunities to expand expertise in complex mechanical systems and sustainable design.
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About the Role
Confidential Client is hiring a Mechanical Engineer I to support design and engineering of HVAC and mechanical utility systems for building projects, with an emphasis on life sciences and food & beverage facilities. In this early-career role you will work under the direction of more experienced engineers and contribute to studies, conceptual/schematic design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration.
Estimated base salary: $72,236 per year (estimated).
What You’ll Do
- Support design of airside and hydronic systems (chilled water, condenser water, heating hot water, steam, natural gas, compressed air, plumbing fundamentals).
- Perform envelope and HVAC load calculations, pressure drop and other engineering calculations of basic to intermediate complexity.
- Size mechanical equipment, ductwork and piping; develop system schematics, plans, P&IDs and installation details.
- Prepare and edit construction specifications and construction document packages for projects of limited to moderate complexity.
- Coordinate with architects, electrical/plumbing disciplines, trade partners, vendors and manufacturers.
- Assist with energy modeling, code evaluations, and equipment/system selection and specification.
- Support construction administration: RFI responses, submittal reviews, punch lists and progress reporting.
- Participate in squad checks and quality reviews; provide mentorship to more junior designers as appropriate.
- Use building information modeling and CAD tools (Revit, AutoCAD) and perform engineering calculations using standard software.
- Grow technical skills toward design of more complex mechanical systems.
Qualifications
Minimum
- ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (mechanical focus).
- 0–3 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam completion.
- Basic experience performing engineering calculations and developing HVAC, mechanical utility and piping system designs.
Preferred
- Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam Revu.
- Familiarity with LEED, WELL or other sustainable-design principles.
- Experience in Life Sciences (pharmaceutical, biotech, laboratory) or Food & Beverage facilities.
- Working knowledge of mechanical/plumbing/fire/building codes and industry standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, ISPE, FDA, ISO, NFPA, OSHA).
- Field survey and existing-conditions reporting experience.
- Basic plumbing design experience.
- Familiarity with Revit plugins (Enscape, Unifi) and/or parametric workflows using Dynamo, Grasshopper, or Rhino.
- Strong cross-discipline coordination and communication skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated base salary: $72,236 per year (estimated).
- Confidential Client offers a competitive benefits package tailored to employee and family needs (details provided during hiring process).
Additional Information
- Employment is contingent on background screening.
- Confidential Client is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- If you need an accommodation to complete the application due to a disability, contact the employer for an alternate application process.
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