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HVAC Engineer

System One
Richland, WA Other
POSTED ON 9/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/13/2026
Job Title: HVAC Engineer
Location: Richland , Washington

Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $126,000 - $171,000 annually
Contractor Work Model: Onsite


System One is hiring HVAC Engineers for direct, full-time roles supporting engineering projects across the full project lifecycle. While nuclear experience is preferred, candidates from other highly regulated or complex industrial environments are encouraged to apply. You’ll work with cross-functional engineering teams, supply chain partners, and stakeholders to deliver reliable, compliant HVAC solutions for mission-critical facilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support HVAC system design, analysis, modifications, and implementation across project phases

  • Support requirements-driven engineering and maintain strong technical documentation and traceability

  • Contribute through planning, design, execution, commissioning/turnover, and closeout

  • Coordinate with supply chain and procurement teams for equipment sourcing, vendor technical reviews, and submittals

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and present technical updates to clients and leadership as needed

  • Manage multiple deliverables with strong prioritization, deadline tracking, and follow-through

  • Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective and preventive actions

  • Apply innovative thinking and adaptability while maintaining safety and quality expectations

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

  • Depending on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology, or Engineering Science may also be accepted

  • Minimum 7 years of related experience

  • Good knowledge of project life cycles, methodologies, and execution phases

  • Good understanding of HVAC engineering principles within a complex facility environment

  • Familiarity with supply chain and procurement practices

  • Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation fundamentals

  • Strong stakeholder coordination, teamwork, and communication skills (including presentations)

  • Strong organizational skills: prioritization, multitasking, and deadline tracking

  • Demonstrated problem-solving, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement mindset

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Nuclear industry experience (preferred, not required)

    • Experience working under controlled documentation and quality-focused processes in regulated environments

    • Background supporting industrial, manufacturing, power generation, or critical facility infrastructure


    Benefits Summary
    • Competitive salary (plus bonus potential)

    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

    • 401(k) with company match

    • Paid time off and paid holidays

    • Relocation assistance

    • Professional development/tuition support




    System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

    System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Salary : $126,000 - $171,000

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