What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Design Engineer position at Blue Signal Search?
Mechanical Design Engineer
Hybrid, Cincinnati, OH
Our client is a respected consulting engineering organization expanding its impact across complex building environments. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who wants to help shape high performance facilities, partner with experienced multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to projects that improve how people learn, heal, and work. This is a strong opportunity for an engineer who enjoys technical ownership, collaborative problem solving, and visible career growth in a flexible hybrid setting. The role is based on a senior level mechanical engineering position in the built environment, with project design, documentation, field support, and mentoring responsibilities.
What You Will Do
- Shape HVAC and building systems concepts for institutional and complex commercial projects from early planning through construction documentation.
- Produce calculations, layouts, and equipment selections for airside, hydronic, and related mechanical systems.
- Coordinate with architects, electrical engineers, and project stakeholders to keep design intent, budget, and schedule aligned.
- Prepare narratives, specifications, and technical documentation that translate design decisions into buildable project packages.
- Review shop drawings, submittals, and field conditions to support accurate installation and project execution.
- Contribute to site visits, existing condition reviews, and construction phase support as questions arise in the field.
- Mentor junior design staff, share practical engineering guidance, and help elevate team delivery standards.
- Support sustainable, maintainable facility solutions with an eye toward long term performance and owner goals.
What You Will Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field, ideally from an ABET accredited program.
- Around 6–9 years of experience designing building mechanical systems or handling similar project-based engineering work.
- Working knowledge of engineering calculations, mechanical layouts, specifications, and construction documents.
- Comfort collaborating across disciplines and communicating with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
- FE preferred, PE path strongly valued.
- Ability to balance independent execution with team-based project delivery.
- Willingness to perform occasional site visits and field coordination work.
About Blue Signal:
Blue Signal is a leading executive search firm, specializing in engineering recruitment. Our engineering recruiting team has expertise placing high-performing talent in areas such as electrical, mechanical, civil, and telecom engineering. Learn more at bit.ly/46IAFRJ