Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)

Trilon Group • Hartford, CT

2d • $85,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Fuss & O’Neill, a leading New England-based consulting firm, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our growing MEP team. This is an exciting opportunity for a mechanical engineer with HVAC consulting experience to take on increasing responsibility across a diverse range of building projects while working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary project teams. The Mechanical Engineer will focus primarily on HVAC engineering and design, with opportunities to contribute to plumbing and energy-efficiency projects. This position combines technical design and analysis with field investigations and construction support, providing the opportunity to work across multiple phases of project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.
• 2+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably within an HVAC consulting environment.
• EIT certification or progress toward obtaining an EIT preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with Revit or other BIM software preferred.
• Experience with HVAC load calculation software, such as Trane TRACE, preferred.
• Experience with plumbing design, energy efficiency, or energy modeling is a plus.
• Willingness to work approximately 3–4 days per week in the office and travel periodically for fieldwork.

Nice To Haves

• EIT certification or progress toward obtaining an EIT preferred.
• Experience with Revit or other BIM software preferred.
• Experience with HVAC load calculation software, such as Trane TRACE, preferred.
• Experience with plumbing design, energy efficiency, or energy modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC designs and engineering solutions for commercial, institutional, and other building projects, including load calculations, equipment sizing, and technical analysis.
• Create and update mechanical drawings and models using AutoCAD and Revit, coordinating designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and other disciplines.
• Conduct weekly field investigations and site visits, and support construction administration through site observations, submittal reviews, RFIs, and related project activities.
• Manage assigned design tasks independently while collaborating with senior engineers on technical decisions, quality control, and final design review.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, technical reports, and project documentation while applying applicable codes and standards, including IBC, IMC, ASHRAE, NFPA, and IECC.
• Communicate effectively with project teams, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders, while supporting plumbing and energy-efficiency projects as opportunities arise.

Benefits

• Flexible/remote work opportunities
• Part-time benefits
• Generous PTO
• Schedule Flexibility
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials
• Paid Time Off
• Career Advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level