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Mechanical Engineer

Chloeta
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/24/2026 CLOSED ON 8/10/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Chloeta?

Job Summary

Chloeta is hiring an Mechanical Engineer to provide professional engineering services in support of federal facilities and infrastructure projects. This role supports a wide range of architectural and engineering (A/E) services, including planning, design, construction administration, inspection, and technical analysis for new construction, renovations, and modernization of Federal facilities. The Mechanical Engineer works as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver compliant, efficient, and sustainable mechanical systems that meet federal and agency-specific requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Job Classification: 1099 Independent Subcontractor

Duty Station: Region 8: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia

Travel: Up to 10%, Contingent upon business needs

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Supports site and facilities projects including design for water and sewage systems, HVAC systems, fire suppression systems, pumps, wells, and other applicable systems

  • Designs/Documentations services including site specific energy sources, energy conservation, energy modeling/sustainability requirements, heating and ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, fire protection, special mechanical systems, alarms, process systems, and general space requirements

  • Conducts facility assessments and condition evaluations of existing mechanical systems to support renovations, upgrades, and deferred maintenance projects

  • Coordinates closely with architectural, civil, electrical, structural, and environmental disciplines to ensure integrated system design

  • Assists with environmental studies and permitting coordination as applicable to mechanical systems

  • This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Demonstrated experience designing mechanical systems for commercial, institutional, or industrial facilities

  • Knowledge of federal design standards, energy mandates, and building codes applicable to mechanical systems

  • Proficiency with engineering and design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, HVAC load calculation and energy modeling tools

  • Knowledge of federal design standards, energy mandates, and building codes applicable to mechanical systems

  • Experience supporting federal agencies

  • Familiarity with construction administration and field inspection on federal projects.

Education and Experience

  • Required: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related

  • Required: At least Two (2) years of professional mechanical engineering experience

  • Required: Professional Engineer (PE) license in any of the following states: Region 8- Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk for report preparation and computer work.

  • Routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and GPS/GIS equipment

  • Travel to Federal facilities and project sites may be required

About Chloeta

Chloeta is a Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering, scientific, and technical solutions to support military, energy, homeland security, emergency preparedness, and critical infrastructure requirements.

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