Project Mechanical Engineer IV
Cannon DesignChicago, Illinois
Full Time
Posted January 29, 2026
$98k - $123k
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Job Description
This position involves leading the design and technical oversight of HVAC systems for large-scale buildings, including modeling, equipment specification, and project management, within a multidisciplinary engineering team. The role also includes client interaction, site visits, staff mentorship, and contributing to project development and quality assurance.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and oversee HVAC systems, including ductwork, piping, and equipment selection for large-scale buildings
- Independently perform all Mechanical discipline work and assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection designs as needed
- Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to design and engineering staff
- Develop and review construction drawings using Revit BIM modeling from schematic to construction phases
- Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units
- Review shop drawings for compliance with specifications and contract documents
- Participate in client and project team 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 document preparation
- Lead or participate in value engineering sessions to improve project efficiency and quality
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years of related experience in mechanical engineering design and project execution.
- Current Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mechanical Engineering 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 able to perform work with a high degree of latitude, with some ambiguity in work.
- Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs such as Revit, Trane Trace, or Trane 3D Plus.
- Experience in performing and directing complex design of ductwork, piping, and equipment selection for HVAC systems for large-scale buildings.
- Ability to prepare Revit BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases, including layout, sketches, and detail drawings as required.
- Ability to perform 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.
- Experience conducting job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
- Ability to attend and participate in construction meetings, including site visits that may require physical walk-through of the site.
- Experience responding to RFIs and reviewing change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
- Experience participating or leading value engineering sessions with Architectural Engineering teams.
- 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.
- Experience overseeing, guiding, mentoring, and providing technical leadership to designers and engineering team members.
- Experience reviewing and accepting shop drawings for compliance with specifications and contract documents.
- Ability to interface effectively with clients and project team members, including attending Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding of project budget.
- Physical ability to conduct site visits, including walking through construction sites.
- Must complete mandatory compliance training and adhere to internal policies and Code of Conduct as a condition of employment.
Benefits & Perks
Salary range of 98,124 to 122,706 annually
Discretionary bonuses
Full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending account options
Voluntary insurances
Paid time off
Flex-time schedules
Remote work options
401k plan
Employee perk programs
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