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Senior Mechanical Designer / Senior Mechanical Engineer (Plumbing & HVAC Systems) Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Architecture & Engineering (A/E), MEP Design Overview We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer / Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong expertise in building plumbing and mechanical systems. This role will lead design efforts from concept through construction documents, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly collaborative, and experienced in delivering well‑coordinated MEP projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the mechanical design process from conceptual development through detailed construction documents
Develop plumbing system layouts using Revit and AutoCAD
Perform mechanical load calculations, HVAC/plumbing equipment selection, and energy analysis
Collaborate closely with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and civil teams
Review, mark up, and provide feedback on shop drawings and submittals
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers within the team
Ensure all designs meet applicable building codes, industry standards, and sustainability goals (e.g., LEED)
Participate in client-facing meetings and presentations as needed
Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
8+ years of experience in mechanical design for buildings (commercial, institutional, or industrial)
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and mechanical design software such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP
Strong understanding of building codes, ASHRAE standards, and sustainable design principles
Excellent communication, coordination, and problem‑solving skills
PE license preferred but not required
Ability to work independently while also supporting collaborative, multidisciplinary design teams
Skills Plumbing design, mechanical engineering, Revit, autocad, building systems design, pe license
Top Skills Details
Plumbing design
Mechanical engineering
Revit
Autocad
Building systems design
Experience Level Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Cincinnati, OH.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.
401k Health, dental, vision insurance End of year bonuses Great company culture Strong stability due to the nature of work
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
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Senior Mechanical Designer / Senior Mechanical Engineer (Plumbing & HVAC Systems) Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Architecture & Engineering (A/E), MEP Design Overview We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer / Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong expertise in building plumbing and mechanical systems. This role will lead design efforts from concept through construction documents, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly collaborative, and experienced in delivering well‑coordinated MEP projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the mechanical design process from conceptual development through detailed construction documents
Develop plumbing system layouts using Revit and AutoCAD
Perform mechanical load calculations, HVAC/plumbing equipment selection, and energy analysis
Collaborate closely with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and civil teams
Review, mark up, and provide feedback on shop drawings and submittals
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers within the team
Ensure all designs meet applicable building codes, industry standards, and sustainability goals (e.g., LEED)
Participate in client-facing meetings and presentations as needed
Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
8+ years of experience in mechanical design for buildings (commercial, institutional, or industrial)
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and mechanical design software such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP
Strong understanding of building codes, ASHRAE standards, and sustainable design principles
Excellent communication, coordination, and problem‑solving skills
PE license preferred but not required
Ability to work independently while also supporting collaborative, multidisciplinary design teams
Skills Plumbing design, mechanical engineering, Revit, autocad, building systems design, pe license
Top Skills Details
Plumbing design
Mechanical engineering
Revit
Autocad
Building systems design
Experience Level Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Cincinnati, OH.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.
401k Health, dental, vision insurance End of year bonuses Great company culture Strong stability due to the nature of work
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
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