Mechanical Design Engineer; MEP

Mechanical Design Engineer (MEP)

Engineering

Scottsdale, AZ Oct 8, 2025

Position Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Department: MEP

Reports To: Director of Operations

Location: Scottsdale, Arizona.

Duration: Direct-hire/PERM

Work Model: On Site

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and coordinating mechanical systems for building and infrastructure projects. This includes HVAC, plumbing, piping, and fire protection systems. The role requires expertise in mechanical design principles, system integration, and regulatory compliance. The Mechanical Design Engineer collaborates with internal teams, vendors, and external stakeholders to ensure high-quality, efficient, and code compliant designs. This position plays a key role in project initiation, guiding design development, providing construction support, and monitoring project progress to meet performance, budget, and schedule goals.

• Project Initiation & Planning
  • Review and confirm the mechanical scope of work against proposal details.
  • Identify missing or required information specific to HVAC, plumbing, or piping systems.
  • Conduct internal kickoff meetings and review project schedules with a mechanical focus.
  • Prepare ASA descriptions and estimated hours for mechanical tasks.
• Mechanical Design Development
  • Develop initial HVAC, plumbing, and piping design concepts.
  • Validate design direction with the PE and project team.
  • Lead mechanical design submissions and milestone reviews
    • 35% design 50% design
  • Review progress drawing sets for mechanical systems and coordinate revisions.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to mechanical designers and drafters.
• Coordination & Oversight
  • Coordinate mechanical systems with electrical, plumbing, and structural disciplines.
  • Ensure compliance with ASHRAE, local codes, and mechanical standards.
  • Oversee coordination with vendors supplying mechanical equipment (HVAC units, pumps, etc.).
  • Confirm site visit needs, mechanical access requirements, and safety protocols.
  • Construction Support & Documentation
    • Review mechanical submittals, shop drawings, and respond to RFIs.
    • Provide construction administration support to ensure design intent is met.
    • Support troubleshooting of mechanical system issues during construction.
  • Project Monitoring & Reporting
    • Update and monitor mechanical project schedules throughout the lifecycle.
    • Report mechanical design issues, resource needs, or risks to the Director of Operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• 5-8 years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably within MEP consulting.
• Proficiency in mechanical design software and project management tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Deltek).
• Strong knowledge of ASHRAE standards, mechanical codes, and industry practices.
• Experience with HVAC load calculations, plumbing systems, and piping design.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.

• Strong technical expertise in HVAC, plumbing, and piping design.
• Problem solving and analytical thinking.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple mechanical design projects under deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset with leadership capability.

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Mechanical Design | HVAC | MEP | Plumbing | Piping | Revit | ASHRAE | Load Calculations | Code Compliance | Construction Support