Mechanical Engineer I
CRB· Sep 9, 2026 · 2mo ago
San Diego, CA, United States
In office
Full-time
Mid
$114K–$160K est.
3+ years exp
Job description
About the Role
The Mechanical Engineer focuses on the design and engineering of HVAC and mechanical utilities for buildings. Typical tasks and deliverables include load calculations, utility assessments, energy modeling, design reports, code evaluations, plans, P&IDs, schedules, installation details, equipment and system selection and specification, and coordination with manufacturers and trade partners. Tasks will also include utilizing software for building information modeling, computer-aided drafting and engineering calculations. Project work will be under the direction of a more experienced engineer and may include all levels of design such as studies, conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration. This individual may also delegate basic and fundamental tasks to entry-level engineers and designers.
Core Activities
· Interfaces with clients and external partners.
· Develops design and construction drawing packages and edits construction specifications on basic projects of limited complexity with oversight.
· Participates and contributes to squad checks and overall commitment to producing quality deliverables.
· Design mechanical systems (airside, chilled water, condenser water, heating hot water, steam, natural gas, compressed air, etc.) of basic complexity in conformance with code requirements and in coordination with other design disciplines
· Performs envelope and load calculations, pressure drop calculations, and other engineering calculations of basic complexity as required to confirm project requirements are met.
· Sizes mechanical equipment, ductwork and piping and develops system schematics
· Attends professional development activities.
· Provides mentorship to Mechanical Designer I.
· Participates in basic project system design programming and master planning with support from Lead or Senior Engineer.
· Supports construction activities such as RFI responses, submittal reviews, punch list development and construction progress reports.
· Works closely with more experienced engineers and assists in the development of Mechanical deliverables.
· Executes work on one or more intermediate level tasks simultaneously as delegated by the Lead or Sr. Mechanical Engineer.
· The Individual will expand their knowledge and skill sets to include design and specification of more complex mechanical systems, including HVAC and mechanical utility systems and equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
· ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (with a mechanical focus)
· Minimum of 3 years of experience
· Fundamentals of Engineering exam completion
· Basic experience with performing engineering calculations, and developing and implementing HVAC, mechanical utility and piping systems designs
Preferred Qualifications
· Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Bluebeam Revu
· LEED, WELL or other sustainable design accredited professional or, experience with sustainable design
· Life Sciences (Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Laboratory) or Food & Beverage industry experience
· Basic experience with using and applying the mechanical/plumbing/fire/building codes
· Basic experience with using and applying industry standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, ISPE, FDA, ISO, NFPA, OSHA, etc.)
· Basic experience conducting and leading field surveys of existing conditions and support of field reporting
· Basic experience in plumbing design
· Basic experience using Revit plugins such as Enscape and Unifi
· Basic experience building parametric workflows using Dynamo, Grasshopper, and/or Rhino within Revit
· Proficient with basic internal and external cross-discipline project team coordination
· Proficient with basic coordination with construction trade partners, vendors and manufacturers
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.
CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.
CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.
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