Senior Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Behind every skyline is a community of Engineers.

At Jordan & Skala Engineers (JSE), we design the systems behind the multifamily and mixed-use buildings shaping growing cities, skylines, and neighborhoods- everything from mid-rise and high-rise mixed-use towers to garden-style communities, including podium and garage-wrap construction. If you like complex buildings, thoughtful coordination, and seeing your work move from model to jobsite, you’ll fit in well here!

We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer/Designer (HVAC Systems Design) (10+ years of experience preferred) who can own design, collaborate in a technology driven BIM environment, and support projects through construction.

What you’ll do

HVAC Systems Design

• Design HVAC systems including ductwork, piping, and equipment sizing/selection
• Design and support direct expansion (DX) equipment, VRV/VRF air conditioning systems, and central chilled water and heating water plants
• Review heating and cooling load calculations and apply results to system layouts
• Contribute to new construction and renovation/remodel projects

Analysis, Documentation, and Deliverables

• Perform and/or review design calculations, equipment selection, and layout of HVAC equipment
• Produce clear, coordinated mechanical documentation in a Revit-first BIM workflow (plans, schedules, details, diagrams)
• Review designs and support specification editing
• Use or support energy/performance documentation such as COMcheck/REScheck and sustainability requirements (e.g., LEED criteria), when applicable

Coordination & Construction Support

• Coordinate mechanical design with plumbing, electrical, structural, and architectural teams in a real-time Revit/BIM environment
• Support construction administration including submittal reviews, RFI responses, site visits, and field reports
• Support coordination discussions with Owners, Contractors, Architects, and Code Authorities with a working understanding of cross-discipline requirements
• Travel for project meetings, job site visits, and building surveys as required

Mentorship & Quality

• Mentor and support the development of designers and early-career engineers through plan reviews, guidance, and knowledge-sharing
• Help maintain quality and consistency across mechanical deliverables, including coordination checks and documentation standards

What will make you successful

Required

• Strong working proficiency in Revit (mechanical design within a BIM workflow)
• Solid understanding of HVAC fundamentals, applicable codes, and constructability considerations
• Experience leading HVAC design for multi-discipline building projects and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related engineering discipline)

Preferred

• 10+ years of HVAC/mechanical building systems design experience (consulting engineering preferred)
• Familiarity with Trane TRACE and/or Carrier HAP programs
• Central plant design exposure (gas heat/heating water and chilled water systems)
• Experience with building energy performance software and compliance documentation (COMcheck/REScheck)
• Familiarity with green building certification criteria (e.g., LEED)
• EIT or P.E. license (or clear path toward licensure)

Project types you may support

JSE supports a robust portfolio of project types including multifamily, mixed-use, commercial, hospitality, office, retail/restaurant, industrial, data center, and healthcare construction projects.

Why join JSE?

Jordan & Skala Engineers is a great place to build a long-term career. We offer a family-friendly environment with competitive benefits, teleworking options, flexible PTO, wellness incentives, professional development, and more. You’ll be consistently challenged by interesting projects, and your opportunities will be limited only by your ambition. The sections below provide a general overview of the employee benefits and programs available to eligible Jordan & Skala Engineers employees.

Growth & Development

• JSE University
• In-house seminars & technical training
• Lunch & Learns
• Encouragement and support for professional licensure
• Paid time off for FE and PE exam study preparation
• Financial assistance toward educational development

Helping You Maintain Balance

• Teleworking options
• PTO (Flexible Time Off Policy)
• Paid holidays (8)
• Paid time for employee’s birthday policy
• Paid bereavement leave
• Fitness incentive program
• Wellness programs
• Booster programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial

• 401(k) plan with competitive employer match
• Discretionary bonuses 3 times per year
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA) and employer contributions
• Financial seminars
• Bonus for passing FE exam and first-time passing PE exam
• Competitive compensation

Insurance

• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Health insurance
• Company-paid employee vision & dental insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Company-paid long-term disability
• Voluntary plans (Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident)

About Jordan & Skala Engineers

Jordan & Skala Engineers is a leading mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering firm with regional design offices located throughout the United States. Jordan & Skala has grown to be one of the largest consulting engineering firms in the U.S., ranked by Consulting-Specifying Engineer trade publication as a top “MEP Giant” consistently since 2004.

Founded as a corporation in 1953, the firm has built a national client base by utilizing its considerable technical and personnel resources to deliver innovative designs on time and within budget.

In the professional engineering industry, there is no substitute for experience. Jordan & Skala Engineers has participated in the design and construction of thousands of buildings throughout the United States, Central America, and the Caribbean. Our firm is committed to providing innovative consulting engineering solutions for any project challenge.

Equal Opportunity & Important Applicant Notices

Jordan & Skala Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Visa Sponsorship: Jordan & Skala Engineers does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Application Updates: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond individually to applicants who are not selected for an interview.

Apply today and start a conversation with us.