Mechanical Engineer/Designer (HVAC Systems Design)
About the role
At Jordan & Skala Engineers (JSE), we design the HVAC systems behind the multifamily and mixed-use buildings shaping growing cities, skylines, and neighborhoods- everything from mid-rise and high-rise mixed-use towers to garden-style communities, including podium and garage-wrap construction. If you like complex buildings, thoughtful coordination, and seeing your work move from model to jobsite, you’ll fit in well here!
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
- 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)
- 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)
Preferred
- Experience with HVAC design in multifamily and mixed-use buildings
- Experience with green building certification criteria (e.g., LEED)
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies
- Experience with project tracking and reporting tools
Project types you may support
- Commercial office
- Retail/restaurant
- Industrial
- Healthcare
- Multifamily construction projects
Why join JSE?
Jordan & Skala Engineers is a great place to build a long-term career. We offer a family-friendly environment with competitive benefits, teleworking options, flexible PTO, wellness incentives, professional development, and more. You’ll be consistently challenged by interesting projects, and your opportunities will be limited only by your ambition.
Growth & Development
- JSE University
- 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
Helping You Maintain Balance
- Teleworking options
- Flexible PTO (Flexible Time Off Policy)
- Paid holidays (8)
- Paid time for employee’s birthday policy
- Paid bereavement leave
- Fitnes incentive program
- Wellness programs
- Booster programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
About Jordan & Skala Engineers
Jordan & Skala Engineers is a leading mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering firm with regional design offices located throughout the United States. Founded as a corporation in 1953, the firm has built a national client base by utilizing its considerable technical and personnel resources to deliver innovative designs on time and within budget. In the professional engineering industry, there is no substitute for experience. Jordan & Skala Engineers has participated in the design and construction of thousands of buildings throughout the United States, Central America, and the Caribbean. Our firm is committed to providing innovative consulting engineering solutions for any project challenge.
Equal Opportunity & Important Applicant Notices
Jordan & Skala Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.