Mechanical Engineer

Are you a Mechanical Engineer with 5+ years of experience looking to grow your career? Join our award-winning team. Recognized as a Best Place to Work for over a decade, P2S offers a collaborative, innovative environment where your contributions make a real impact.

We have an open position for a mid-level Mechanical Engineer—you could be a perfect fit. If you meet the qualifications below,

Employment Type: Full-time

Hybrid Schedule: 3 days In-office / 2 Remote

Salary: $115,000 - $150,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

Level: Mid

Office: Long Beach, CA

Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer specializing in HVAC system design to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in the design and coordination of HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. This position involves leading mechanical design efforts, managing projects from concept through construction, and collaborating closely with architects, owners, and other engineering disciplines to deliver high-quality, coordinated designs.

Key Responsibilities Lead and perform HVAC system design, including load calculations, equipment selection, and ductwork/hydronic system layout.

Prepare and review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation in accordance with project and code requirements.

Coordinate designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and plumbing disciplines to ensure fully integrated building systems.

Conduct field surveys, evaluate existing mechanical systems, and develop retrofit or upgrade solutions.

Support project development from concept design through construction administration, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals.

Collaborate with clients and project managers to define scope, schedule, and budgets for mechanical portions of projects.

Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and quality assurance reviews.

Stay current with applicable building codes and industry standards.

Participate in internal design reviews, QA/QC processes, and project closeout documentation.

Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 months (preferred).

5-10 years of progressively responsible experience in HVAC design within a consulting engineering or design-build environment.

Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and HVAC load calculation software (e.g., Carrier HAP, Trane TRACE).

Strong understanding of HVAC system types (VAV, DOAS, hydronic systems, chilled/hot water plants, VRF, etc.).

Familiarity with energy modeling, sustainability, and LEED/ASHRAE 90.1 compliance.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to lead technical discussions with clients and project teams.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Additional Preferred Skills Experience with municipal buildings, higher education, or mission-critical facilities.

Knowledge of specification writing and Division 23 standards.

Understanding of building automation systems and controls integration.

Field experience with construction administration.

Familiarity with Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements as they relate to AEC building design projects.

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