About the company
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior HVAC Engineer 1 - Nuclear based in the United States.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to complex HVAC engineering projects supporting critical nuclear and industrial facilities.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop HVAC systems for complex facilities, including commercial and industrial ventilation, control room HVAC, laboratory HVAC, chilled water, and heating systems.
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve a broad range of HVAC engineering issues while developing practical and technically sound solutions.
- Collaborate with engineers and other disciplines to develop integrated HVAC systems that meet project requirements and applicable standards.
- Support the planning, scheduling, execution, and coordination of detailed engineering and facility design activities.
- Perform engineering calculations and develop detailed HVAC system designs, drawings, diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Prepare technical specifications for HVAC equipment and systems.
- Develop engineering studies and provide technical analysis to support project decisions.
- Create design flow diagrams and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
- Provide engineering support to other engineers, project managers, client representatives, and suppliers to ensure complete, accurate, and timely project delivery.
- Assist senior engineers in evaluating existing facilities and developing recommendations for HVAC upgrades, replacements, and improvements.
- Present technical findings and recommendations to clients, project teams, and peers when required.
- Apply relevant ASHRAE requirements and current HVAC industry codes and standards throughout the design process.
- Support the effective adoption of modern engineering tools, automation, and AI-enabled workflows to improve efficiency, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
- Guide or oversee engineering automation and process-improvement activities, including the appropriate use and validation of AI-generated outputs where applicable.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-accredited program.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience designing HVAC, ventilation, heating, and chilled water systems for laboratory and/or industrial facilities.
- Demonstrated experience developing detailed HVAC system designs, engineering calculations, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Proficiency with TRACE 700 or Carrier HAP.
- Ability to develop design flow diagrams and P&IDs.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC and ventilation-related codes, standards, and industry practices.
- Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and current HVAC engineering requirements.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, project managers, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to support and guide others in using data, automation, and modern engineering tools to improve workflows.
- Experience overseeing or reviewing engineering automation using tools such as Python, MATLAB, or advanced Excel is valued but not required.
- Additional education, certification, or experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields is valued.
- Experience with AutoCAD, CADME, or MicroStation is a plus.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
- ASHRAE membership is valued.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Conditions
- Competitive salary range of $84,762–$129,498, depending on qualifications, experience, and applicable location.
- Potential eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Pre-tax commuter account.
- Tuition assistance and merit scholarship opportunities.
- First professional licensure bonus.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Employee discount program.
- Corporate charitable giving program.
- Paid annual personal/sick time.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Paid parental and bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Back-up daycare support.