Licensed Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/MEP

AlphaX•Rome, GA

About The Position

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. The position combines technical design leadership with construction-phase support, from developing system concepts to resolving field issues and approving final engineering deliverables. The role involves designing and coordinating mechanical systems, supporting construction and commissioning, and ensuring engineering work meets applicable codes, technical requirements, and quality standards. Extensive direct HVAC and mechanical design involvement is essential; candidates whose experience is primarily project management, administration, or coordination without substantial design work will not qualify.

Requirements

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
At least 5 years of mechanical engineering experience.
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.
Extensive direct design involvement; experience primarily in project management, administration, or coordination without substantial HVAC and mechanical design work does not qualify.

Nice To Haves

10 or more years of mechanical engineering experience preferred.
Background in healthcare, municipal, institutional, veterinary, or other complex facilities preferred.

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.