Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer (MEP / HVAC / Plumbing) Pay Rate: $ up to $150,000 depending on experience Benefits: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with Company Match, PTO & Paid Holidays, Gym & Fitness Reimbursement, Company Events, And More! • Hybrid location • Full time position with career advancement About the Role: spent years feeling like a cog in a big engineering firm—working on just one piece of a project and never seeing the full picture—this is your opportunity to change that. You’ll join a tight-knit team of three and step in as the mechanical expert, leading full HVAC and plumbing system designs from concept through stamped construction documents. This isn’t a role about designing one component—you’ll own the entire system. You’ll have real influence over project direction, creative latitude on complex retrofits, and a direct hand in building out the engineering team. This role is ideal for someone who: • Wants to work on full system designs—not just parts • Is tired of limited ownership at a large firm and wants more autonomy • Craves creative problem-solving and challenging retrofit work (not just 1-to-1 replacements) • Is ready to step into leadership and mentor junior engineers • Wants a say in how the engineering practice grows • PE required (any U.S. state); Key Responsibilities • Provide mechanical design and stamped construction documents (drawings and specifications) • Conduct field verification and analysis of existing systems to inform design • Perform load calculations and equipment selection • Design HVAC ductwork and piping layouts • Support operations team with permits and code compliance • Coordinate designs with other disciplines (controls, structural, electrical) • Mentor and guide assigned engineering personnel • Perform audits of building systems and collaborate on energy savings calculations • Develop project schedules, budgets, and contracts with project teams • Support sales with customer visits and technical presentations • Communicate technical concepts clearly to clients and non-technical stakeholders • Stay current on industry trends and new technologies Requirements Requirements: • 4+ years of engineering experience. • Professional Engineer License. • Working knowledge of duct and/or pipe systems and associated fittings. • Experience in detailing using 3D software (CAD & Revit). • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications; familiarity with Bluebeam Revu is preferred. • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with strong written and verbal communication skills. Benefits • Hybrid flexibility • Medical, Dental, Vision (with employer contributions) • 401(k) with company match • PTO & Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Fitness & Gym Reimbursement • RTD Benefits and Taxi Vouchers • Employee Assistance Program • Company events, recognition, and awards