Mechanical Project Engineer – HVAC/Building Systems

Farnsworth Group•Greenwood Village, CO

12h•$99,000 - $149,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead and assume multi-project responsibilities for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and specialty piping engineering and design for buildings. Projects include healthcare, commercial, industrial, government, and educational facilities. The role guides HVAC and mechanical design delivery from early concept through construction administration, with an emphasis on coordination, technical quality, and client service. The engineer leads mechanical design efforts across project phases; develops HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, controls, and specialty piping systems; coordinates multidisciplinary project documentation; and prepares or reviews calculations, equipment selections, drawings, narratives, and specifications. The role also supports construction through site observations, existing-condition surveys, punch walks, and submittal reviews. Additional responsibilities include supporting technical quality, schedules, budgets, and deliverable coordination across concurrent assignments, as well as mentoring junior staff and providing QA/QC guidance. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering, a Professional Engineering license, and typically 8–12+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering and building systems design. Compensation is determined by the applicant’s qualifications and internal and external equity. The Colorado pay range is $99,000–$149,000 USD. Farnsworth Group offers a hybrid work program; specific arrangements should be discussed with the recruiter.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
Typically 8–12+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering and building systems design.
Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
Demonstrated experience leading mechanical design efforts on building systems projects.
Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, hydronic, ventilation, and related building systems.
Ability to coordinate multiple project priorities and communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and internal team members.
Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and design best practices in a multidisciplinary environment.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with energy analysis, system optimization, and sustainable design.
Prior construction administration and field coordination experience.
Experience mentoring staff and contributing to project leadership or business development support.
Familiarity with related HVAC analysis tools.

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design efforts for building systems projects from concept through construction documents and construction support.
Develop HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, controls, and specialty piping designs, including air distribution, hydronic systems, central plant connections, pressurization, and related piping or ventilation components.
Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, plumbing disciplines, contractors, and other consultants to produce integrated documents.
Prepare and review calculations, equipment selections, drawings, narratives, and specifications.
Apply applicable codes, standards, and industry practices throughout design and documentation.
Provide field support through site observations, existing-condition surveys, punch walks, submittal review, and other construction administration activities.
Help manage technical quality, project schedules, budgets, and deliverable coordination across multiple concurrent assignments.
Mentor junior staff, support team development, and provide QA/QC guidance as needed.