Job Description
Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer – Building Systems (Commercial / Residential / Healthcare) – Orlando/Melbourne, FL (Relocation Assistance)
Location
Orlando or Melbourne, Florida (on-site / hybrid depending on project)
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
Position Summary
We are seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Mechanical Engineering to join our building-systems design team, working on a variety of project types including commercial buildings, residential developments (multi-family) and healthcare/institutional facilities. You will lead mechanical (HVAC/plumbing/pumps/chilled water etc) design, mentor junior engineers/designers, and coordinate across disciplines to deliver projects from schematic through construction documents. Relocation support will be provided for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the mechanical discipline lead on building systems projects (commercial, multi- family/residential, and healthcare).
- Perform mechanical engineering design: system sizing, load calculations, equipment selection, layouts, specification writing, coordination of HVAC, plumbing, pumps, cooling towers, etc.
- Prepare and review detailed construction documents (Revit, AutoCAD MEP) and ensure compliance with code (IBC, ASHRAE, Florida Building Code) and internal standards.
- Interface with architects, structural engineers, electrical/MEP designers, contractors, permitting jurisdictions and other project stakeholders.
- Mentor and guide junior mechanical engineers/designers ; review their work; ensure quality control/QA.
- Participate in project scheduling, budgeting, staffing, resources allocation, and client interface as needed.
- Act as Engineer-of-Record (where applicable) and support permitting and certification processes.
- Stay current with mechanical design trends, building codes, simulation/modeling tools, and best practices.
- Provide relocation coordination and onboarding support for your move to Florida (if relocating).
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida or ability to obtain within 6 months .
- At least 6-10 years’ experience (depending on seniority) in mechanical design for building systems (commercial, residential/multi-family and/or healthcare preferred).
- Demonstrated experience with HVAC design (chilled water, pumps, cooling towers, DX systems, central plants), plumbing systems, and related mechanical building infrastructure.
- Proficiency with building-design tools such as Revit, AutoCAD MEP, and mechanical calculation software.
- Strong knowledge of building codes/standards (IBC, ASHRAE 90.1/62, Florida Building Code, etc).
- Excellent communication (verbal & written), client-facing skills, ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor a design team, manage workload and meet deadlines.
- Willingness to relocate to/within Florida (relocation assistance provided).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in healthcare/institutional projects (hospitals, clinics, labs) would be a strong plus.
- Experience in residential/multi-family design or mixed-use projects.
- Experience leading projects end-to-end (from conceptual design through construction administration).
- Additional licenses (other states) or LEED credentials.
- Familiarity with site visits, commissioning or field-review experience.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary (depending on experience and seniority).
- Relocation assistance package (moving allowance, temporary housing, etc) for qualified relocation candidates.
- Bonus/incentive opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, professional development support, license/registration renewal assistance.
- Career growth opportunities into senior leadership roles.
Why Join Us
- You’ll work on diverse and impactful building-system projects across commercial, residential and healthcare sectors in a growing Florida market.
- Strong support for your relocation and transition to Florida.
- Collaborative, technically-oriented team environment where your PE status, mentoring and leadership are valued.
- Opportunity to make an impact on communities, design quality buildings, and grow your career.
Job Tags
Temporary work, For contractors, Relocation, Relocation package,