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Design Engineer

Northern Air Corp
Saint Paul, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/4/2026

About the Company:

NAC is an industry leading mechanical, electrical, and technology contractor located in the Twin Cities. We provide innovative construction and service solutions for medium and large-scale commercial projects. NAC is built on integrity and with its customer-first model, delivers commitment and a strong partnership for each customer. NAC offers mechanical and electrical construction; engineering, design and estimation; building automation, controls and system integration; building technologies and systems; fabrication; preventative maintenance and 24/7 service. With our many capabilities and more than 30 years of experience and proven success, NAC is the single-source mechanical contractor our customers trust and rely on. Our growth and expanding disciplines makes NAC a very exciting place to work, offering endless career opportunities for the motivated people on our team. This is a tremendous opportunity for a motivated person.

As a result of the expansion of our Design/Build Department, we are currently seeking a Design Engineer to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading the effort on design/build HVAC, plumbing, and piping projects from conceptual design to final construction documents.
  • Working in a collaborative environment with other team members on assigned projects.
  • Attending and contributing at design meetings with Architects, Engineers, General Contractors and other sub-contractors.
  • Visiting jobsites of new construction and remodeling projects.

You also meet most (if not all) of the following requirements:

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5-10 years of related experience.
  • Proficiency in HVAC, piping, and plumbing design.
  • Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to develop mechanical plans, collaborate with other designers, and guide the entire process from concept through construction drawings.
  • Be proactive in collaborating with in-house staff, including project managers, to keep projects on time and on budget.
  • Successful leadership and project management skills.
  • Familiarity with relevant codes and standards including building, mechanical, energy, and ASHRAE guidelines.
  • Proficiency in Revit and Autocad design software.
  • Proficiency in Trane 3D Plus or similar load calculation software.
  • PE, LEED, certifications a plus.

NAC Benefits

  • 401(K) match
  • Estimated Salary range of $76,000 to $98,500 (depending on experience) plus Incentive.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Employee Stock Option Program
  • Flexible work environment
  • Incentives for environmentally-friendly behavior
  • Company events includingvolunteer and wellness activities, holiday parties, sporting events, and casual employee get-togethers ranging from summer grill outs to local happy hours.

NAC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Our programs are designed to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, directives and regulations and cover all human resource actions including employment, compensation, benefits, training, education, tuition aid, transfers, promotions and social/recreational programs.

Salary : $76,000 - $98,500

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