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Mechanical Project Engineer

Harper Harrison
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026

MECHANICAL PROJECT ENGINEER


Essential Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
  • Experience: 5 years of relevant industry-related experience in HVAC design (Commercial, Government, Academic, R&D, High-rise multi-family, Industrial).
  • Software Proficiency: Technical mastery of AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Modeling Skills: Proficiency in CHVAC/RHVAC, TraneTrace, and/or eQuest modeling software.
  • Technical Core: Extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices applied to complex mechanical/HVAC systems.


Desirable Requirements

  • Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license (Strongly Preferred).
  • Certifications: EIT Registration and LEED accreditation (Strongly Preferred).
  • Operational Support: Experience in construction cost estimation for mechanical systems.
  • Leadership: Experience serving as a mentor, resource, or trainer for junior Design Engineers.


Core Responsibilities

  • HVAC Design: Lead all levels of mechanical (HVAC) design including the development of construction documents in accordance with current codes.
  • Technical Leadership: Execute complex technical assignments and review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
  • Project Lifecycle: Oversee designs through project construction and completion; conduct field
  • observations to document existing field conditions.
  • Coordination: Attend coordination and design meetings; define project specifications and determine budget construction cost estimates.
  • Stakeholder Liaison: Represent the project team in client communications; address comments from clients, AHJs, and other review authorities.
  • Project Management Support: Accurately produce construction documents to meet milestone schedules within predetermined hourly budgets.
  • Construction Administration: If directed, review administrative items including shop drawings, RFIs, and change order proposals.


Engineering - Mechanical | Herndon, Virginia

Salary : $100,000 - $140,000

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