Project Mechanical Engineer V
Cannon DesignLocation not specified
Full Time
Posted March 1, 2026
$118k - $147k
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Job Description
A senior mechanical engineer responsible for designing, reviewing, and leading HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for large-scale buildings, providing technical leadership, client interface, and project management within a multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform and direct complex design of ductwork, piping, and equipment selection for HVAC systems in large-scale buildings.
- Work independently across all Mechanical disciplines and assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection designs as needed.
- Interface effectively with clients and the design team, including attending meetings and managing project budgets.
- Serve as a technical leader, overseeing, mentoring, and guiding designers and engineering staff.
- Prepare Revit BIM models of construction drawings for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems from schematic to construction phases.
- Review and accept shop drawings for compliance with specifications and contract documents.
- Conduct site visits to verify conditions, observe construction progress, and participate in construction meetings.
- Respond to RFIs and review change orders during the construction documentation process.
- Lead or participate in value engineering sessions to improve project outcomes and processes.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of related experience in mechanical engineering.
- Current Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States.
- Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes.
- Advanced knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and practices.
- Ability to serve in QAQC process and as an independent reviewer.
- Must be a critical thinker and highly analytical.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong ability to interface effectively with clients and members of the design team.
- Able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- 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 work independently in all Mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance.
- Experience in preparing Revit BIM modeling of construction drawings of 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.
- Experience in reviewing and accepting shop drawings for compliance with specifications and contract documents.
- Ability to interface effectively with clients and project team members and attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding of project budget.
- Experience participating or leading value engineering sessions with Architectural Engineering teams.
- Ability to recommend improvements to standards and processes to enhance quality, coordination, and streamline production efforts.
- Experience conducting staff development activities including work planning, budget development, and scheduling in conjunction with the Project Manager.
- Ability to respond to RFIs and review change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
- Experience conducting job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress, including physical site walk-throughs.
- Ability to attend and participate in construction meetings.
- Willingness to perform site visits that require physical walk-through of the site.
- Ability to represent the company in project activities and in business development and marketing activities.
- Must be willing to serve on internal and/or professional committees as required.
Benefits & Perks
Salary range of 117,708 to 147,084 with potential for discretionary bonuses
Remote work options
Paid time off
Flex-time schedules
Full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending account options
Voluntary insurances
401k plan
Employee perk programs
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