Mechanical Engineer

Walker Consultants•New York, NY

32d

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineer at Walker Consultants, youâll play a vital role in designing and assessing the systems that keep buildings running safely and efficiently. From HVAC and plumbing to fire protection and energy analysis, your work will directly impact the performance, sustainability, and comfort of the structures we design and restore. Youâll collaborate with experts across disciplinesâincluding structural, electrical, and vertical transportation engineersâto deliver integrated solutions for parking structures, mixed-use developments, and other high-profile projects across the country. Whether designing new systems or diagnosing and upgrading existing ones, your work will support practical, cost-effective, and long-term solutions tailored to each clientâs needs. This is a chance to work on meaningful projects, grow in a supportive and employee-owned environment, and help shape the spaces people use every day. We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employeesâ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including: Annual discretionary bonus program Opportunity to purchase Walker stock â Walker is 100% employee-owned! Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance Mental wellness benefits Health Savings Account with company contribution 401(k) with company match Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts 529 college savings plan A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs Paid community involvement hours Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships Internal conferences and professional development opportunities Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree or Masterâs degree in Mechanical Engineering.
8-25 years of previous HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems experience in New York City
Ability or willingness to get licensure
Strong knowledge of ventilation, heating, air conditioning, and control systems.
Experience with plumbing and fire protection system design.
Experience with Local Law 87 & 97 documentation and compliance
Excellent written, verbal, and team communication skills.
Proficient in relevant design and modeling software.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of lighting and electrical systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for large-scale structures.
Perform energy and life cycle analyses for mechanical systems.
Coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams on integrated building designs.
Contribute to technical reports, specifications, and drawing packages.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity to purchase Walker stock
Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
Mental wellness benefits
Health Savings Account with company contribution
401(k) with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
529 college savings plan
A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
Paid community involvement hours
Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups