What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Harvard Resource Solutions LLC?
New Position: Construction- Mechanical Engineer (Part Time)
Location: Troy
Title: Construction- Mechanical Engineer
Working Arrangement: In Office
Reason for the opening: New project
Position Description
VENTEON and Harvard Resource Solutions are hiring a Mechanical Engineer experienced in the Construction Industry to work part time. You will provide program support for a manufacturer of prefabricated residential homes.
POSITION TYPE: Open-end contract. Part Time. Onsite. PAY: $50.00 to $65.00 per hour based on education and skill level.
Requirements of the Construction Mechanical Engineer:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in residential or commercial construction projects (required).
- Strong Knowledge of HVAC systems design, load calculations, and equipment choice.
- Understanding of energy efficient systems and sustainable design strategies.
- Familiarity with plumbing systems is a plus!
- Ability to produce detailed construction drawings and specifications.
- Effective communication and coordination skills, with experience working across disciplines.
- Revit proficiency required.
Duties of the Construction Mechanical Engineer:
- Design residential HVAC systems, including heating, cooling, and ventilation strategies tailored to project requirements. Perform heating and cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, and ductwork layout.
- Evaluate and recommend high-efficiency systems such as heat pumps, ERV/HRV units, and radiant heating solutions. Support energy performance optimization and integration with renewable systems.
- Develop mechanical room layouts and coordinate equipment with architectural and structural constraints. Ensure seamless integration with overall building design.
- Ventilation & Air Quality: Establish effective ventilation strategies and indoor air quality solutions aligned with best practices and project goals.
- Prepare detailed mechanical drawings, HVAC sections, and specifications for inclusion in construction drawing sets.
- Collaborate closely with architectural, structural, and electrical teams to ensure coordinated and constructible designs.
- Support domestic water system design, including hot and cold-water systems, DWV layouts, fixture coordination, and water efficiency strategies.
Salary : $50 - $65