# Licensed Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/MEP

> AlphaX · Rome, United States · — · Posted 2026-10-20

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We’re seeking a **licensed Professional Engineer (PE)** with strong hands-on HVAC and mechanical design expertise to lead engineering projects for commercial, healthcare, institutional, and municipal facilities. This position combines technical design leadership with construction-phase support, from developing system concepts to resolving field issues and approving final engineering deliverables.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Design HVAC and mechanical systems tailored to each building’s operational needs, performance requirements, and applicable codes.
-   Calculate heating and cooling loads, evaluate ventilation requirements, select equipment, and assess energy performance.
-   Develop mechanical plans, technical specifications, equipment schedules, design calculations, and construction-ready documentation.
-   Serve as Engineer of Record when assigned, overseeing technical quality and engineering decisions throughout the project lifecycle.
-   Integrate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
-   Assess building conditions, regulatory requirements, and project constraints to determine suitable engineering approaches.
-   Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and proposed design changes for technical compliance.
-   Perform site visits, field evaluations, and construction observations to verify design intent and identify installation issues.
-   Troubleshoot design conflicts, code concerns, and field conditions, developing solutions that maintain system performance and compliance.
-   Evaluate alternative designs to improve cost efficiency, energy use, reliability, and maintainability.
-   Support system commissioning, inspections, testing, and final project handover.
-   Sign and seal engineering documents where authorized by licensure and applicable regulations.
-   Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure deliverables meet technical specifications and quality standards.
-   Work directly with clients, architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines to keep projects aligned.

## Requirements

-   **Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.**
-   Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
-   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 technical knowledge of load calculations, ventilation design, HVAC equipment selection, energy efficiency, and mechanical codes.
-   Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or equivalent mechanical design tools.
-   Experience producing and reviewing engineering calculations, construction drawings, specifications, and equipment schedules.
-   Understanding of building system integration and coordination across engineering disciplines.
-   Strong technical judgment, analytical skills, troubleshooting ability, and communication.
-   Experience collaborating with building owners, architects, contractors, and engineering teams.
-   Background in healthcare, municipal, institutional, veterinary, or other complex facilities is preferred.
-   **Extensive direct design involvement is essential.** Candidates whose experience is primarily project management, administration, or coordination without substantial HVAC and mechanical design work 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

[Apply at AlphaX](https://apply.workable.com/alphax/j/A0673216E7/apply)

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