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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

RQ Construction, LLC
Jacksonville, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/10/2026

At RQC, we're not just building structures; we're building careers and creating meaningful, high-impact projects. We are headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, with regional offices and project locations nationwide, including a growing Engineering Department in our Jacksonville, FL office. RQ is a privately held, full-service design-build firm, specializing in fast-track commercial construction for the Department of Defense, and offering comprehensive solutions that integrate design, engineering, and construction under one roof.


We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team at our office in Jacksonville, FL. This position will lead RQ's mechanical and plumbing engineering design development practices in all regions of work performed by RQ, in adherence to U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Army surveying, planning and RFP design standards.


Why Join RQ?


As an Engineer at RQ, you'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team that thrives on innovation, learning, and creating solutions that matter. Our Engineers have the opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects across the U.S. and overseas, collaborating with other passionate engineers, designers, and builders who are committed to excellence. As part of our growing engineering department, you'll have the chance to shape the future of the company, influence processes, and leverage cutting-edge technology. RQ provides the perfect environment to grow your career, while also offering a competitive salary, full benefits, and a flexible hybrid schedule.


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE



  • Bachelor Science Mechanical Engineering Degree - Focus on HVAC and Plumbing Engineering

  • P.E. license required.

  • 10 years of HVAC / Plumbing design experience within a consulting firm.

  • LEED AP preferred.

  • Experience with ASHRAE 90.1, 62.1 and 55.

  • Experience with California Title 24 Energy Code.

  • Experience with BIM and Revit/AutoCAD required.

  • Experience with sustainable design.

  • Experience with Design Build and other alternative delivery practices desirable.

  • Experience with Government/DOD projects preferred.


We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.



All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).

Salary : $135,000 - $155,000

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