Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer - HVAC
Location: Latham, NY
Job Type and Duration: Hybrid, Direct-Hire
Pay range: $125,000 - $150,000 About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to serve as an in-house technical expert supporting the design and implementation of complex HVAC and mechanical systems for commercial, industrial, institutional, and mission-critical facilities. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving challenging technical problems, leading mechanical system design efforts, and collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams.
The successful candidate will have strong experience designing chilled water systems, developing construction documents and specifications, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
• Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert for complex mechanical and HVAC system designs.
• Design and engineer chilled water systems, including chillers, pumps, piping distribution networks, cooling towers, and associated equipment.
• Perform HVAC load calculations and develop energy-efficient mechanical system solutions.
• Prepare detailed mechanical design drawings, system layouts, and construction documents.
• Develop project specifications, equipment schedules, and engineering narratives.
• Review and evaluate design alternatives to optimize performance, reliability, maintainability, and cost.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with electrical, plumbing, structural, architectural, and other project disciplines.
• Support equipment selection and work directly with manufacturers, vendors, and contractors.
• Conduct field investigations, site assessments, and troubleshooting activities as needed.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and client presentations.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of mechanical system design experience within an engineering consulting, design-build, or construction environment.
• Strong expertise in HVAC system design and mechanical building systems.
• Proven experience designing chilled water plants and chiller systems.
• Experience writing technical specifications and preparing construction documents.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, ASHRAE standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and mechanical design software.
• Strong understanding of equipment selection, sizing calculations, and system controls.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
ESPO Corporation
www.espocorp.com
630-789-2525
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Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965 ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Latham, NY $125,000 – $150,000 a year
Direct hire
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