Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with 3-8 years of experience in designing HVAC systems for commercial, retail, residential, and institutional projects. The role involves project management responsibilities across various trades, with opportunities to transition into a project management role. The candidate should be comfortable participating in weekly calls and handling multiple mid-level projects.

• Document calls for project status and manage tasks.
• Assist in design phases from schematic to surveying, including expediting, DOB filing forums, and inspections.
• Conduct site visits for surveying renovation projects and observe ongoing construction.
• Manage the design process and coordination of plumbing, sprinkler, and fire alarm trades.
• Familiarity with filing procedures is required.

• Proficiency in HVAC engineering and mechanical design.
• Experience in designing VRF systems, hydronic heating systems, ventilation systems, and air filtration systems.
• Ability to design chiller plant systems.
• Skill in writing due diligence reports and systems comparison analyses.
• Ability to check design documents for trade coordination.

• Experience with AUTOCAD and Revit is a plus.
• EIT certification is required; PE certification is desirable.
• Experience in designing systems for brownstones/townhomes, hospitality, educational, exhibits/parks, and apartments.
• Administrative skills such as managing project fees, reviewing monthly billing, and writing performance notes.

Join a small, dynamic 8-person office located in Stamford, CT, within walking distance to the train station. The team works in-office five days a week, with the possibility of one remote day depending on the candidate. The role involves a variety of work with direct exposure to high-level management. Our team values work-life balance, maintaining a 35-40 hour workweek with minimal overtime.

This is a Permanent position based out of Stamford, CT.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Company Size/Focus: Small, specialized firm with less than 10 employees focusing on sustainable design, including LEED and Passive House, P.A. Collins PE, Consulting Engineers. Work Environment: Small team setting allowing for direct involvement in various projects, providing significant learning opportunities regarding industry standards and codes,. Professional Growth: Strong focus on professional development, offering experience in specialized green building certifications,. Location: Headquartered in New York, NY.

This is a fully onsite position in Stamford,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $80,000 - $120,000