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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Orange, CA, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-22 → 2026-09-25

Core

Design and administer mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing) for federal, commercial, and institutional facilities, including construction administration and field evaluations.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical engineer (HVAC/Plumbing)

Builds

Production mechanical systems and construction documentation for large-scale infrastructure projects

Domain

Construction engineering / Building services

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

HVAC system design, plumbing system design, building code interpretation, construction administration, shop drawing review, RFI management, change order review, site/field condition evaluation, project planning, specification writing, technical mentoring, AutoCAD, Revit, building load calculation, energy modeling

Preferred skills

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, Design-Build delivery experience, instrumentation and controls design, cost estimating, LEED AP certification, CxA certification, CEM certification, federal agency experience (NAVFAC, USACE, VAMC, DOD, USAF), healthcare data center design, mission critical facility design, higher education facility design, corporate commercial design, mixed-use design, science and technology lab design

Technologies

AutoCAD, Revit

Responsibilities

Design heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems as well as plumbing systems for large projects; Perform Construction Administration services including review of shop drawings, RFIs, and contractor proposed change orders; Evaluate feasibility of alternative design approaches; Perform site/field visits to ascertain existing conditions; Organize and plan projects to ensure quality controls and budget compliance; Assist in preparing proposals and presenting to clients; Mentor junior staff; Review and edit specifications; Serve as lead engineer on mid-to-large size projects

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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