AEI

Mechanical Engineer II

AEI$85K — $140K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering (BSAE or BSME) required.
  • 3+ years of experience designing HVAC systems in complex facilities.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one.
  • Proficiency in engineering design software (e.g., Revit MEP, AutoCAD, Navisworks) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and document HVAC system designs from conceptual plans.
  • Interpret and utilize design criteria and project-specific information.
  • Conduct field surveys and research relevant codes to inform designs.
  • Collaborate closely with clients and project partners for effective project outcomes.
  • Exercise independent judgment in design processes and decision-making.

Benefits

  • Flexible and collaborative work environment focused on employee well-being.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
  • Engagement in cross-disciplinary projects with innovative teammates.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.
  • Work-life balance initiatives and community-focused perks.
Full Job Description
Overview

As a Mechanical Engineer II in our San Diego office, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.

 

 

Here’s why we need you:

In this role, you will exercise independent judgment to develop and document system designs from concept plans and technical design criteria and interprets and utilizes information set forth in basis of design as well as information gathered from users, project partners, field surveys, and code research.

 

 

Expertise of our most successful Mechanical Engineer II:

  • BSAE or BSME required.
  • 3+ years’ experience designing HVAC building systems in technically sophisticated facilities.
  • PE License or ability to become licensed.
  • Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit MEP, AutoCAD, Navisworks) preferred.

Effective skills to help you flourish:

  • Strong spoken and written communications skills.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills.
  • Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
  • Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Effective working individually and within team environments.

When you work here, you can expect:

  • A flexible, collaborative environment where your well-being matters—because your best work happens when you’re supported.
  • Real opportunities to grow—through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high-impact projects across disciplines.
  • To collaborate with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders.
  • A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement, a performance-based year-end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs—whether that's a flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community-focused initiatives, we’ll continue to invest in.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $85,000 to $140,000If this dynamic environment and the chance to contribute to transformative projects resonate with your ambitions, we would love to connect with you. Join us and make an impact!

Apply online at https://aeieng.com/about/careers/

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About AEI

AEI is a non-profit research organization that focuses on public policy issues related to energy, economics, and the environment. The organization was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. AEI conducts research, publishes books and articles, and hosts events and conferences to promote its ideas and influence public policy. The organization has a reputation for being conservative and libertarian in its views, and has been influential in shaping policy debates on issues such as climate change, energy regulation, and tax policy.
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