Mechanical Engineer/Designer (HVAC Systems Design)

About the role

Jordan & Skala Engineers (JSE) designs HVAC systems for multifamily and mixed-use buildings. We focus on projects ranging from mid-rise and high-rise towers to garden-style communities, including podium and garage-wrap construction. This role involves designing HVAC systems, performing load calculations, and supporting projects through construction.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems including ductwork, piping, and equipment sizing/selection
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations and apply results to system layouts
• Design and support DX equipment, VRV/VRF systems, and central plants (chilled water and heating water)
• Contribute to new construction and renovation/remodel projects
• Perform design calculations, equipment selection, and layout of HVAC equipment
• Produce clear, coordinated mechanical documentation in a Revit-first BIM workflow (plans, schedules, details, diagrams)
• Use or support energy/performance documentation such as COMcheck/REScheck
• Support design-phase deliverables across SD/DD/CD as applicable
• Cookordination & Construction Support
• Coordinate mechanical design with plumbing, electrical, architectural, and structural teams in a real-time Revit/BIM environment
• Support construction administration including submittal reviews, RFI responses, site visits, and field reports
• Communicate effectively with Owners, Contractors, Architects, and Code Authorities with a working understanding of cross-discipline requirements

Requirements

• Experience in HVAC/mechanical building systems design (consulting engineering preferred)
• Strong working proficiency in Revit (mechanical design within a BIM workflow)
• Solid understanding of HVAC fundamentals, applicable codes, and constructability considerations
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related engineering discipline)

Preferred

• Experience with Wrightsoft, Trane TRACE, and/or Carrier HAP
• Central plant design exposure (gas heat/heating water and chilled water systems)
• Experience with building energy performance software and compliance documentation (COMcheck/REScheck)
• Familiarity with green building certification criteria (e.g., LEED)
• EIT or P.E. license (or clear path toward licensure)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Discretionary bonuses 3 times per year
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA) and employer contributions
• Financial seminars
• Voluntary plans (Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident)
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Health insurance
• Company-paid employee vision & dental insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Company-paid long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Teleworking options
• Paid holidays (8)
• Paid time for employee’s birthday policy
• Paid bereavement leave
• Fitnes incentive program
• In-house seminars & technical training
• Lunch & Learns
• Encouragement and support for professional licensure
• Paid time off for FE and PE exam study preparation
• Financial assistance toward educational development