Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Designer (Remote)
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We are seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Designer to join a growing U.S.-based engineering team supporting commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, education, and other building projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys combining HVAC system design, technical documentation, Revit-based modeling, and multidisciplinary coordination. Candidates with direct experience working on California projects will be especially valued due to the state’s specific building codes and energy-efficiency requirements.
This is a full-time, remote position supporting U.S.-based project teams during overlapping U.S. business hours.
Responsibilities
- Design HVAC and mechanical systems for commercial and multifamily buildings.
- Develop air distribution systems, ductwork, mechanical piping, hydronic systems, and exhaust systems.
- Perform HVAC load calculations, equipment sizing, and system selection.
- Prepare construction documents, plans, schedules, details, and permit packages.
- Model and coordinate mechanical systems using Revit.
- Produce and update drawings in AutoCAD or AutoCAD MEP.
- Coordinate with architectural, structural, electrical, and plumbing disciplines.
- Participate in BIM coordination, clash detection, QA/QC, and design reviews.
- Apply U.S. mechanical, building, and energy codes to project documentation.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of experience in HVAC or mechanical building design.
- Experience with commercial and multifamily projects.
- Previous experience working on California projects is highly important.
- Knowledge of California building codes and energy-efficiency requirements.
- Experience with Title 24 or the California Energy Code is strongly preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD or AutoCAD MEP.
- Experience with HVAC load calculations, ductwork, equipment selection, and mechanical systems design.
- Previous experience working on U.S. projects and applying U.S. codes.
- Strong English communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with remote U.S.-based teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with EnergyPro.
- Experience preparing or supporting Title 24 compliance documentation.
- Familiarity with HAP, TRACE 3D Plus, or similar HVAC analysis software.
- Experience with chilled-water, heating-water, hydronic, controls, or energy-modeling projects.
- Experience supporting permit submissions and responding to plan-check comments.
- Experience with BIM coordination and clash detection.
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