Mechanical Project Engineer

HGA•Washington, DC

2d•$116,000 - $124,500•Hybrid

About The Position

HGA is seeking an East Coast Mechanical Project Engineer based in Washington, DC or Boston, MA. The role leads mechanical engineering design and guides project teams across a diverse portfolio, including healthcare facilities, corporate headquarters, laboratories, museums, government facilities, higher education buildings and campuses, and infrastructure improvements. The position emphasizes mechanical engineering systems, applicable codes and regulations, sustainable design, and resiliency planning, with collaboration across internal teams, clients, architects, engineers, and specialty consultants. The engineer will lead HVAC and plumbing design, help define sustainability and energy-performance goals, develop project work plans, guide technical staff, and ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and quality requirements. The position also includes mentoring, client and community engagement, design reviews, technical workshops, project problem-solving, research and evaluation of engineering solutions, and support for business development activities. The position is based in the office three days a week. HGA offers eligible employees a range of benefits, including bonus programs, a 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, insurance plans, PTO, and disability programs.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
Professional Engineer registration recognized by a state licensing board.
7–10 years of consulting engineering experience, emphasizing HVAC and plumbing design for a variety of HCAI/OSHPD projects involving healthcare, laboratory, commercial, municipal, institutional, and government facilities.
Experience delivering projects with LEED, WELL, Green Globes, or similar sustainable certifications.
Experience leading teams on multiple projects concurrently.
Revit, BIM, Trane/Trace, IES, and Microsoft Office skills are required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of building controls is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead HVAC system design, including load calculations, equipment selection, ductwork and piping layouts, project detailing, and engineering specifications.
Design plumbing systems, including capacity calculations, piping layouts, system details, and specifications.
Support and help define project sustainability and energy-performance goals.
Develop project work plans and guide technical staff to deliver designs within established budgets and schedules.
Mentor and support less experienced engineers and designers.
Participate in community engagement and industry outreach activities alongside HGA leaders.
Contribute to design reviews, client meetings, and technical workshops.
Resolve complex design challenges involving competing project requirements, system selection, and field conditions.
Research and evaluate engineering solutions and communicate recommendations to project teams.
Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, industry standards, and quality requirements.
Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, and specialty consultants across disciplines.
Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, project pursuits, fee development, and client interviews.