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HVAC Mechanical Engineer

Salas O'Brien
Bethesda, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2026
At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

HVAC Mechanical Engineer- Bethesda, MD

Job Summary

Our Bethesda, MD office has an opening for a talented Mechanical/HVAC Design Engineer who would like to work on diverse projects in a variety of market sectors, such as healthcare, science & technology, education, and commercial projects.

Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of mechanical systems for healthcare, science & technology, education, and commercial projects
  • Perform Load/Energy calculations with software such as Trace 700, Carrier HAP, and similar programs
  • Work with a senior engineer to conduct building surveys and documentation of existing HVAC systems
  • Develop system design calculations and selection of equipment for use in buildings
  • Write/edit project specifications
  • Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies
  • Code compliance research
  • Coordinate work with other disciplines
  • Provide construction administration services

Qualifications And Experience

  • You have a minimum of 5 years of design experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • LEED certification/experience is a plus
  • Experience with laboratories/medical facilities design is preferred

Skills/abilities

  • Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office
  • Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines
  • Excellent work ethic and attitude
  • Good communication and time management skills
  • Interpersonal communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work

Location: Bethesda, MD (Hybrid)

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $115,000-$130,000/year

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  • Professional development support

About Us

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Salary : $115,000 - $130,000

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