Mazzetti

Mechanical Engineer/Designer

Mazzetti$100K — $140K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 4-6 years experience in mechanical/HVAC design for buildings
  • Experience with healthcare, laboratory, or complex building types
  • Proficiency with Revit and other design software
  • Solid understanding of HVAC system engineering fundamentals
  • Familiarity with codes and industry best practices
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team

Responsibilities

  • Draft and design mechanical plans, including equipment layouts and schedules
  • Create mechanical drawing packages with schematics and airflow tables
  • Use design tools, including Revit, for system documentation
  • Prepare high-quality mechanical documentation for construction
  • Assist in developing technical narratives and project deliverables
  • Coordinate with internal MEP team for cohesive design solutions
  • Conduct site visits to observe installations and verify design compliance

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance with FSAs
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
  • Flexible work options and hours
  • Wellness program with fitness resources and incentives
  • Paid parental leave and EAP services
  • Funding for professional memberships and certifications
  • Mentorship opportunities for career growth
  • Reimbursement for home office expenses
  • Paid volunteer time-off annually and community engagement programs
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Mazzetti is seeking seeking a mid-level Mechanical Engineer/Designer based on the San Francisco Bay area to join our healthcare practice to contribute fully to the analysis, design and documentation of mechanical/HVAC systems for large and complex healthcare projects. Engineers in this role take ownership of system design from concept through construction, working collaboratively with senior engineers, architects, and multidisciplinary teams.

You will be part of Mazzetti's Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Consulting Engineering Practice- a multidisciplinary team dedicated to designing high-performance, resilient, and sustainable solutions for the built environment. With a strong emphasis on healthcare and infrastructure projects, our practice blends technical rigor with a collaborative, client-centered approach to deliver exceptional, future-ready outcomes.

Core Responsibilities

Mechanical System Design & Technical Development
  • Drafting and designing mechanical plans, including equipment layouts, single-line diagrams, and schedules.
  • Creating mechanical drawing packages that may include schematics, details, control diagrams, and airflow tables.
  • Using computer-assisted engineering and design tools (including Revit) to support system design and documentation.
  • Supporting mechanical system calculations and analysis under the direction of senior engineering staff.

Documentation & Specification
  • Preparing high-quality mechanical system drawings and documentation for construction.
  • Assisting in the development of technical narratives, schedules, and documentation for project deliverables.

Collaboration & Coordination
  • Working closely with internal MEP team members to ensure cohesive, coordinated design solutions.
  • Incorporating feedback from architects, structural engineers, and sustainability specialists.
  • Demonstrating a team-first approach and openness to multidisciplinary collaboration.

Field Observation & Construction Support
  • Conducting occasional site visits to observe mechanical installations and verify conformance with design intent.
  • Supporting responses to submittals and RFIs with guidance from senior team members.

Work Location: This is a hybrid position based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California.

Travel Requirements: Occasional local travel to project sites.

Requirements

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 4-6 years of experience in mechanical/HVAC design for buildings
  • Experience working on healthcare, laboratory, or other complex building types
  • Proficiency with Revit with production-level experience
  • Solid understanding of HVAC system engineering design fundamentals
  • Familiarity with codes, standards, and industry best practices
  • Ability to work independently while collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team

Technical Skills
  • Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and other design software used for mechanical system drafting and modeling.
  • Ability to create drawing packages and documentation according to project standards.
  • Familiarity with mechanical codes, standards, and best practices (experience with healthcare preferred but not required).

Preferred
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in California (or eligible).

What We Offer

At Mazzetti, we believe in supporting our employees with competitive compensation and a dynamic benefits package.

Compensation: The typical salary range for a Mechanical Engineer/Designer is $100,000 - $140,000. We are committed to equitable pay and will evaluate final compensation based on relevant experience and skills in alignment with internal equity and market data.

Comprehensive Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), company paid short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance.
  • Participation in our company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Performance based bonuses.
  • 401(k) with employer matching.

Work-Life Balance:
  • Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays.
  • Flexible work options: fully remote, hybrid, or in-office options, with flexible hours (depending on the role)
  • Wellness program with live and on-demand fitness classes, mental health resources, wellness challenges, and incentives for healthy habits

Family Support: Paid parental leave and EAP Services.

Professional Development:
  • Funding for memberships, licenses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Mentorship opportunities to help you grow in your career.

Home Office Support:
  • Reimbursement for cellphone and internet costs for qualifying employees.
  • Home office package and additional reimbursement opportunities for work-related expenses.

Community Engagement:
  • Paid volunteer time-off annually.
  • Employee engagement programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
  • Gain hands-on experience furthering Mazzetti's mission of making environments better through the Sextant Foundation. Learn more here.


Salary Description

$100,000 - $140,000 per year

About Mazzetti

Mazzetti is an engineering consulting firm that provides mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services. The company specializes in healthcare, mission critical, and higher education facilities. Mazzetti was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company has additional offices in Washington, DC, Portland, Oregon, and Charlotte, North Carolina.
Learn more about Mazzetti
Size
400 employees
Industry
Net Income
$5 million
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$50 million

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