Associate Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
Toyon is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to support a critical infrastructure protection program. The position combines traditional mechanical engineering with building automation, controls programming, and system integration. The engineer will work closely with Toyon’s engineering team and client stakeholders on the design, analysis, commissioning, and optimization of custom air handling and environmental control systems. Assignments include office and on-site work to meet with stakeholders and oversee implementation of government-approved initiatives. The position is in-person and not remote, and requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to qualify for a U.S. Department of War security clearance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, architectural, or a related engineering discipline.
- At least 2 years of experience with HVAC or mechanical system design, such as air handling units, ducting, fans, motors, or related systems.
- Understanding of DDC programming, including alarms, trends, sequences of operations, and supervisory control strategies.
- Experience leading mechanical design projects through installation, submittals, and system startup.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to qualify for a U.S. Department of War security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with ASHRAE, ISO, ANSI, or similar mechanical or air-quality standards.
- Experience with filtration systems or air-quality technologies in industrial, commercial, or laboratory environments, including HEPA/ULPA, activated carbon, UVGI, or other advanced filtration systems.
- Experience with specialized air systems, such as cleanrooms, BSL labs, high-purity manufacturing, or defense applications.
- Professional Engineering license, active or eligible for reactivation.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, analysis, commissioning, and optimization of custom air handling and environmental control systems.
- Work with Toyon’s engineering team and client stakeholders.
- Lead mechanical design projects through installation, submittals, and system startup.
- Meet with stakeholders and oversee implementation of government-approved initiatives.
Benefits
- Toyon may offer educational assistance for pursuit of a Professional Engineering license.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
