Mechanical Design Engineer

Responsibilities: Design HVAC and mechanical systems for commercial, healthcare, institutional, and residential buildings. Prepare mechanical drawings, specifications, engineering calculations, and construction documents. Develop and coordinate mechanical designs using Autodesk Revit. Perform heating and cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, ductwork layouts, and ventilation calculations. Design and select HVAC equipment, including air handling units, rooftop units, heat pumps, and exhaust systems. Coordinate mechanical designs with architects and other engineering disciplines, including electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and structural. Support projects from initial design through construction documentation and construction administration. Attend project meetings with clients, architects, contractors, and internal engineering teams. Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide engineering support during construction. Ensure designs meet applicable building codes, energy regulations, and ASHRAE standards. Work alongside senior engineers and project managers on multiple projects.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.4+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably with an MEP consulting firm. Experience designing HVAC systems for commercial, healthcare, institutional, or similar building projects. Proficiency in Autodesk Revit is required. Strong understanding of HVAC equipment selection, load calculations, ductwork design, and ventilation systems. Knowledge of applicable mechanical codes, energy codes, and ASHRAE standards. Experience preparing engineering drawings, calculations, and construction documents. Ability to coordinate with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.

Preferred: EIT certification or working toward PE licensure. Experience with New York City building projects and local codes. Background in renovation, retrofit, or occupied-building projects. Experience with AutoCAD and HVAC load calculation software. Previous experience working directly with clients or attending project coordination meetings.