Project Mechanical Engineer IV
Cannon DesignBoston, Massachusetts
Full Time
Posted January 5, 2026
$113k - $141k
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Job Description
This position involves leading the design and oversight of HVAC systems for large-scale buildings, including modeling, equipment specification, and coordination with project teams, while providing technical leadership and ensuring project quality and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and oversee HVAC systems, including ductwork, piping, and equipment selection for large-scale buildings
- Perform and lead complex Mechanical design tasks independently, including plumbing and fire protection as needed
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and oversee work of junior staff and designers
- Prepare Revit BIM models for construction drawings of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems
- Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units
- Review shop drawings for compliance with specifications and contract documents
- Participate in project meetings, including owner, architect, and construction administration meetings
- Conduct site visits to verify conditions and observe construction progress
- Respond to RFIs and review change orders during construction
- Lead or participate in value engineering sessions to improve project design and efficiency
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years of related experience in mechanical engineering, HVAC design, or similar field.
- Current Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States.
- Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes.
- Ability to work independently in all Mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be a critical thinker and highly analytical.
- Ability to engage effectively with clients.
- Fully qualified professional capable of performing work with a high degree of latitude, including some ambiguity in work.
- Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs such as Revit, Trane Trace, or Trane 3D Plus.
- Ability to perform complex design of ductwork, piping, and equipment selection for HVAC systems for large-scale buildings.
- Ability to oversee, guide, mentor, and provide technical leadership to designers and engineering team.
- Experience in preparing Revit BIM modeling of construction drawings for HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases, including layout, sketches, and detail drawings.
- Experience in performing Revit BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems as necessary.
- Ability to specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units.
- Experience reviewing and accepting shop drawings for compliance with specifications and contract documents.
- Ability to conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress, including physical walk-throughs.
- Experience attending and participating in construction meetings.
- Ability to respond to RFIs and review change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
- Experience conducting staff development activities including work planning, budget development, and scheduling in conjunction with the Project Manager.
- Ability to interface effectively with clients and members of the design team, including attending Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding of project budget.
- Experience participating or leading value engineering sessions with Architectural and Engineering teams.
- Ability to review and accept shop drawings and ensure compliance with project specifications and contract documents.
- Experience conducting site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
- Willingness to perform other duties as assigned.
- Must complete mandatory compliance training and adhere to internal policies and Code of Conduct as a condition of employment.
Benefits & Perks
Salary range of $112,812 to $141,066 annually
Paid time off
Flex-time schedules
Hybrid work options
401k plan
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending account options
Voluntary insurances
Discretionary bonuses
Employee perk programs
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