Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

RQ Construction • Jacksonville, FL

2d • $135,000 - $155,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

RQ Construction is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the company’s mechanical and plumbing engineering design efforts across all regions. The work must align with U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Army standards for surveying, planning, and RFP design. The role is based in Jacksonville, Florida, and offers a flexible hybrid schedule.

RQ Construction is a full-service Design-Build company headquartered in Carlsbad, California, managing projects throughout the United States. The company specializes in fast-track commercial construction, with a strong focus on serving the Department of Defense. Candidates for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization and successfully pass drug screening and commercial criminal background checks, including a stricter Department of Defense background check when required for military-base site access.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, with a focus on HVAC and plumbing engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• 10+ years of HVAC and plumbing design experience within a consulting firm.
• Experience with ASHRAE 90.1, 62.1, and 55.
• Experience with California Title 24 Energy Code.
• Experience with BIM and Revit/AutoCAD.
• Experience with sustainable design.
• Must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire.
• Must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check for military-base site access when applicable.

Nice To Haves

• LEED AP certification preferred.
• Experience with Design-Build and other alternative delivery practices is desirable.
• Experience with Government/Department of Defense projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead RQ Construction’s mechanical and plumbing engineering design efforts across all regions.
• Ensure design work aligns with U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Army standards for surveying, planning, and RFP design.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $135,000–$155,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Flexible hybrid schedule.

What This Job Offers

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