Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

This Mechanical Engineer role focuses on HVAC design for commercial buildings and offers the opportunity to lead projects, mentor others, and contribute to sustainable, energy-efficient mechanical systems. You will use industry-standard design tools and software to develop high-quality mechanical engineering solutions while collaborating closely with Senior engineering leadership in a flexible, hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems for commercial buildings, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with applicable mechanical codes and standards.
• Develop detailed mechanical engineering drawings and documentation using AutoCAD, Revit, and HVAC design software such as Trane Trace and HAP.
• Apply strong knowledge of mechanical codes, energy efficiency standards, and sustainable design practices to all project work.
• Lead and manage mechanical engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating tasks to meet project deadlines and quality expectations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and designers, supporting their professional development and growth.
• Prepare clear, accurate technical reports, specifications, and other project documentation using Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Collaborate effectively with Senior engineering leaders and other team members to review designs, resolve technical issues, and optimize system performance.
• Communicate technical concepts and project updates clearly to internal stakeholders using strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Participate in professional development and training activities to maintain up-to-date knowledge of mechanical engineering best practices and emerging technologies.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in HVAC design for commercial buildings.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for mechanical and HVAC design work.
• Proficiency with HVAC design software such as Trane Trace and HAP.
• Experience using Revit for mechanical system modeling and coordination.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical codes, energy efficiency standards, and sustainable design practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams for analysis, documentation, and collaboration.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities, with proven project management skills.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills for reports, specifications, and project correspondence.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York and/or New Jersey.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical engineering design for commercial building projects.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Senior managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, training, and certification.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple projects and priorities.

Work Environment

The role offers a hybrid, flex-hour work schedule that supports work-life balance while maintaining strong collaboration with the mechanical engineering team. You will work closely with Senior-level engineering leadership, including the head of mechanical engineering for the Edison branch and another Senior manager/designer, in a professional office environment that leverages modern design tools and collaboration platforms. The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance, vision plan, life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, supplemental life insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability, vacation, sick, and personal time off, extended sick time off, paid holidays, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a matching contribution, commuter transit and parking benefit programs, gym reimbursement, professional certification incentive programs, tuition reimbursement, and robust professional development and training opportunities.

This is a Permanent position based out of Edison, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical Insurance including Prescription Drug Coverage Dental Insurance Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage Supplemental Life Insurance Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Pet Insurance Vision Plan Short-Term/ Long-Term Disability Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off Extended Sick Time Off Paid Holidays Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical and Dependent Care 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Matching Company Contribution Commuter Transit and Parking Benefit Program Gym Reimbursement Professional Certification Incentive Programs Tuition Reimbursement Program Professional Development and Training

This is a hybrid position in Edison,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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