# Licensed Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/MEP

> AlphaX · Rome, United States · — · Posted 2026-10-23

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We’re seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with hands-on HVAC and mechanical design experience to lead engineering projects for commercial, healthcare, institutional, and municipal facilities. This role combines technical design leadership with construction-phase support, from initial system design through final project delivery.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Design HVAC and mechanical systems that meet building requirements, performance standards, and applicable codes.
-   Perform heating and cooling load calculations, evaluate ventilation needs, select equipment, and assess energy efficiency.
-   Prepare mechanical plans, technical specifications, equipment schedules, engineering calculations, and construction documents.
-   Serve as Engineer of Record when assigned, ensuring technical quality and sound engineering decisions throughout the project.
-   Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
-   Evaluate existing building conditions, regulatory requirements, and project constraints to determine appropriate design solutions.
-   Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and proposed design changes for technical compliance.
-   Conduct site visits, field evaluations, and construction observations to verify design intent and identify installation issues.
-   Resolve design conflicts, code concerns, and field challenges while maintaining system performance and compliance.
-   Evaluate alternative designs to improve cost efficiency, energy performance, reliability, and maintainability.
-   Support commissioning, inspections, testing, and final project handover.
-   Sign and seal engineering documents as authorized by licensure and applicable regulations.
-   Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure deliverables meet project specifications and quality standards.
-   Collaborate with clients, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

## Requirements

-   **Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.**
-   Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
-   5+ years of mechanical engineering experience; 10+ years preferred.
-   Direct HVAC and mechanical MEP design experience in commercial, healthcare, institutional, municipal, or comparable facilities.
-   Strong knowledge of load calculations, ventilation design, HVAC equipment selection, energy efficiency, and mechanical codes.
-   Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or equivalent mechanical design software.
-   Experience preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, construction drawings, specifications, and equipment schedules.
-   Understanding of building system integration and multidisciplinary design coordination.
-   Strong technical judgment, analytical skills, troubleshooting abilities, and communication skills.
-   Experience collaborating with building owners, architects, contractors, and engineering teams.
-   Healthcare, municipal, institutional, veterinary, or other complex facility experience preferred.
-   **Substantial hands-on HVAC and mechanical design experience is essential.** Candidates whose backgrounds focus primarily on project management, administration, or coordination without significant design involvement will not qualify.

## Benefits

-   Competitive salary based on experience
-   Health, dental, and vision insurance
-   Retirement savings plan with company contribution
-   Paid time off and company holidays
-   Continuing education and professional development support
-   Opportunity to engineer complex commercial and institutional facilities
-   Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
-   Long-term career development and advancement opportunities

## Apply

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