# Remote HVAC Engineer with California Experience

> Uptalent.io · Mexico (Remote) · — · Posted 2026-09-17

**Workplace:** remote

**Department:** Mechanical Engineer

## Description

We are seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Designer to join a growing U.S.-based engineering team supporting commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, education, and other building projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys combining HVAC system design, technical documentation, Revit-based modeling, and multidisciplinary coordination. Candidates with direct experience working on California projects will be especially valued due to the state’s specific building codes and energy-efficiency requirements.

This is a full-time, remote position supporting U.S.-based project teams during overlapping U.S. business hours.

Responsibilities

-   Design HVAC and mechanical systems for commercial and multifamily buildings.
-   Develop air distribution systems, ductwork, mechanical piping, hydronic systems, and exhaust systems.
-   Perform HVAC load calculations, equipment sizing, and system selection.
-   Prepare construction documents, plans, schedules, details, and permit packages.
-   Model and coordinate mechanical systems using Revit.
-   Produce and update drawings in AutoCAD or AutoCAD MEP.
-   Coordinate with architectural, structural, electrical, and plumbing disciplines.
-   Participate in BIM coordination, clash detection, QA/QC, and design reviews.
-   Apply U.S. mechanical, building, and energy codes to project documentation.
-   Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders.

## Requirements

-   At least 4 years of experience in HVAC or mechanical building design.
-   Experience with commercial and multifamily projects.
-   Previous experience working on California projects is highly important.
-   Knowledge of California building codes and energy-efficiency requirements.
-   Experience with Title 24 or the California Energy Code is strongly preferred.
-   Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD or AutoCAD MEP.
-   Experience with HVAC load calculations, ductwork, equipment selection, and mechanical systems design.
-   Previous experience working on U.S. projects and applying U.S. codes.
-   Strong English communication skills.
-   Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with remote U.S.-based teams.

Preferred Qualifications

-   Experience with EnergyPro.
-   Experience preparing or supporting Title 24 compliance documentation.
-   Familiarity with HAP, TRACE 3D Plus, or similar HVAC analysis software.
-   Experience with chilled-water, heating-water, hydronic, controls, or energy-modeling projects.
-   Experience supporting permit submissions and responding to plan-check comments.
-   Experience with BIM coordination and clash detection.

## Benefits

-   Work for the most exciting companies in the North American Market.
-   Flexible schedules.
-   Work from anywhere.
-   Highly competitive compensation.

## Apply

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