What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanical Engineer position at Actalent?
🌬️Mechanical Project Engineer (HVAC | Industrial & Commercial)
Lead complex HVAC design projects across industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.
We’re hiring a Mechanical Project Engineer to oversee HVAC system design and project execution for large-scale facilities including manufacturing plants, warehouses, high-rises, and hospitality spaces. This is a full-time role based in nyc, offering exposure to cutting-edge sustainable design and long-term career growth.
🔍 About the Role
You’ll lead HVAC design efforts, supervise junior engineers, and collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. Projects span industrial refrigeration, process piping, and commercial HVAC systems, with a strong focus on sustainability and LEED-certified design.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
- Lead HVAC system design and energy analysis
- Supervise staff executing calculations, design, and detailing
- Manage development of construction and equipment installation documents
- Perform and review design calculations for technical accuracy
- Coordinate with internal disciplines and external stakeholders
- Conduct field surveys and prepare technical reports
- Assist in cost estimation and specification development
- Review shop drawings for compliance with design standards
âś… Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering (Mechanical emphasis)
- PE license required
- 7–10 years of experience in consulting engineering
- Strong HVAC design expertise including refrigeration, air/water distribution
- Proficiency in Revit, Trane/Trace, and MS Office Suite
- Knowledge of mechanical codes, process piping, plumbing, and fire protection
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
🏢 Work Environment & Benefits
- Flexible start time between 7:00–8:30 AM
- Work 8.75 hours Mon–Thu, 5 hours Friday
- 10% minimum OT per week (paid at straight time when permanent)
- Team-oriented office culture with small, collaborative groups
- Exposure to sustainable design and LEED Platinum projects
- Competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits
- Opportunity to work on-site and closely with construction teams
- Diverse project portfolio including industrial, cannabis, hospitality, and high-rise sectors
Ready to lead HVAC design on complex, high-impact projects? Apply today and join a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and long-term growth.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/yr.
Full benefits
bonus structure based off of performance
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in New York,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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 : $100,000 - $140,000