Mechanical Design Engineer

Locations: Baltimore, MD | Norfolk, VA Experience: 3–5 years

Compensation: Approximately $90K–$120K, depending on experience and licensure

About the Opportunity: We are seeking a Mechanical Designer or Mechanical Engineer with approximately 3–5 years of experience to join a growing engineering team. The ideal candidate will have experience working on mission-critical facilities, data centers, or other technically complex building projects. This opportunity is open to candidates from either a mechanical design or mechanical engineering background, provided they have strong building mechanical/HVAC experience.

Key Responsibilities: Design and develop mechanical/HVAC systems for building projects, particularly mission-critical and data center facilities. Prepare engineering drawings, construction documents, specifications, and technical calculations. Assist with HVAC system selection, equipment sizing, load calculations, and system layouts. Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, electrical, structural, plumbing, and other disciplines. Participate in project meetings with clients, contractors, architects, and engineering teams. Support BIM/Revit coordination and multidisciplinary design coordination. Review drawings, submittals, RFIs, and other project documentation. Apply applicable building codes, ASHRAE standards, and engineering practices. Assist with site visits, field investigations, construction administration, and troubleshooting. Support senior engineers and project managers in delivering projects on schedule and within budget. Perform quality control to ensure designs are accurate, coordinated, and constructible.

Ideal Candidate: 3–5 years of experience in mechanical engineering or mechanical design. Experience with mission-critical facilities, data centers, healthcare, industrial, or complex commercial buildings. Strong understanding of HVAC and building mechanical systems. Experience with Revit and/or AutoCAD.Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and applicable building codes. Strong multidisciplinary coordination and communication skills. Mechanical PE license is a plus and may impact compensation. EIT or progress toward PE is also a plus. Compensation & Location The anticipated salary range is $90,000–$120,000, depending on experience, technical background, and professional licensure.