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MEP Design Engineer – Power the Future of Building Systems
Location: Middletown, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Are you passionate about designing systems that keep buildings running smoothly? Join the largest MEP design firm in the Hudson Valley and make an impact on projects that matter—schools, hospitals, retail spaces, and more. Whether you’re an experienced engineer or just starting your career, this is your chance to grow, innovate, and thrive in a collaborative environment.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Diverse Projects: Work on schools, healthcare facilities, and commercial spaces.
- Career Growth: We offer paid education, training, and advancement opportunities.
- Stability & Legacy: Join a certified veteran-owned firm with over 63 years of success.
- Team Culture: Collaborate with 45 professionals across two offices.
What You’ll Do
- Design Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEP) systems for regional projects.
- Use AutoCAD and coordinate with CAD operators for accurate, timely designs.
- Manage small and medium-sized projects; assist on large, complex projects under principal supervision.
- Prepare permits, proposals, RFIs, load calculations, wiring sizes, construction documents, and reports.
- Apply knowledge of NEC, building codes, and standards throughout design phases.
What We’re Looking For
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent.
- Experience: MEP design project experience.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication and organizational abilities.
- Preferred: EIT or P.E. certification (not required), experience with large-scale projects (schools, hospitals, VA).
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Major Medical Coverage
- Paid Education & Training
- Paid Sick Leave & Vacation
- 401(k) Plan
- Stable Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middletown, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $31.25 - $40.86/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Middletown,NY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Dec 29, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $31 - $41