Mechanical HVAC Design Engineer

Company Overview

Arden Engineering Constructors, LLC is a well‑established company that has set the standards for exceptional quality, on‑time service, and wrapped itself in friendly customer service. Arden has proven itself as a place to provide career opportunities for an individual to master their craft, earn competitive wages, and to make an impact in the lives of our employees, customers, and community.

While working for us expect to work in an environment that is employee centric or in other words employee focused and most of all where your hard work is appreciated, recognized, and rewarded. The success of the company and your future is directly impacted by your daily contributions. If you are looking to be a part of something more than just a job – Make the move, apply today!

Arden Engineering Constructors, LLC has been waiting for you!

We are seeking an experienced and self‑directed Mechanical HVAC Design Engineer to anchor our Mechanical Discipline providing design services to our engineering practices across the firm. The successful candidate will be proficient and experienced in leading and executing mechanical and HVAC construction packages on both stand‑alone projects and as part of large multidisciplinary project teams.

• The candidate will have experience in the design, specification, construction document development, bidding, construction, field engineering, and startup support of industrial, municipal, and commercial HVAC, utility, and process systems. This includes layout, equipment selection, heating & cooling load calculations hydronic heating piping, ductwork design, and general coordination of these mechanical discipline components for multidisciplinary projects.
• Design experience shall also include but is not limited to Air Handling Units, Energy Recovery Ventilators, Fans, Oil, Gas & Propane Boilers, Electric Unit Heaters, Hydronic Heating Systems, Water to Water Heat Pumps, Fume Hoods, Louvers, Diffusers, Registers, Grilles, and split system heating/cooling units.
• Candidate with HVAC system instrumentation and controls experience preferred, including design of the instruments, controls, and sequences of operations of commercial HVAC systems and unit processes.
• Develop and evaluate system approaches, concepts, and options to determine the best design and engineering solution for each project based upon the project scope and life cycle costs.
• Design mechanical systems including the preparation of all engineering calculations including load calculations, equipment selection and layout.
• Develop all approved drawings and specifications.
• Apply ASHRAE and NFPA standards during design. Work with code authorities as required for approval of plans and specifications, or if code related questions arise. Effectively coordinate with other design and project team members including the architect, lead process engineer, controls engineer, electrical and structural engineers, field personnel, service technicians etc. to ensure mechanical systems are integrated with all trades and designed to latest building codes.

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related fields preferred but not required and 5-10 years of related experience. Direct experience working for consulting firm in the design of HVAC systems is highly preferred.

• AutoCAD, (MEP, Plant), Revit MEP, Sysque, Navis Works proficiency a plus.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision or in a team atmosphere.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to consistently set goals and meet deadlines and adapt to flexible responsibilities.
• Willingness and ability to train and mentor junior staff in HVAC and design.

• Mechanical Professional Engineering license. Multistate licensure preferred.
• LEED AP credential a plus.

Arden Building Companies is the holding company for Arden Engineering Constructors, Corporate Mechanical of New England, Earthwise Energy Technologies, MJ Daly, and Unique Metal Works. Our comprehensive skill sets cover a wide range of…