Mechanical Engineer

Design the Facilities That Support Our Nation's Most Critical Missions

We're seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Federal Buildings team. In this role, you'll lead the design of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical building systems for complex federal and Department of Defense facilities while collaborating with architects and multidisciplinary engineering teams on projects that have a lasting impact.

If you're looking for technically challenging work, meaningful projects, and the opportunity to grow as both an engineer and leader, we'd love to talk with you.

What You'll Do

As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll serve as a technical leader throughout the design process, helping deliver innovative, code-compliant, and sustainable mechanical solutions for federal clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the mechanical design of HVAC, plumbing, and related building systems for federal and defense facilities.
• Develop engineering studies, calculations, reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Serve as the mechanical discipline lead on large, multidisciplinary projects, coordinating closely with architects, structural, electrical, and civil engineers.
• Evaluate design alternatives and recommend practical, cost-effective solutions that meet client objectives and federal requirements.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, proposal efforts, and project planning activities.
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Review construction documents and perform quality control reviews throughout the design process.
• Support construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and conducting occasional field observations.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers, fostering professional growth across the team.
• Stay current with applicable building codes, UFC criteria, ASHRAE standards, and industry best practices.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 7+ years of experience designing mechanical building systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience designing HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, or federal facilities.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, along with mechanical engineering design and analysis software.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, mechanical systems, and construction document production.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, solve complex technical challenges, and mentor junior staff.
• Due to the nature of many of our federal projects, applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Legal Residents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, GSA, or other federal agency projects.
• Working knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) requirements, and federal design standards.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating directly with federal clients.
• Construction administration experience on federal or mission-critical projects.
• LEED accreditation or experience designing sustainable, high-performance facilities.

The typical salary range for this position in Norfolk, VA is $100,000 – 160,000 and commensurate with experience relative to the position.

Candidates whose experience exceeds the requirements are encouraged to apply or reach out to an RS&H recruiter to discuss other opportunities that may be a better fit for their background and salary expectations.

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We take pride in having partnered with the Department of Defense for more than 70 years on facilities and infrastructure projects designed to protect, train, and service military personnel and their families. From hangars and airfields to training and command facilities, you could be a part of a team that is changing the landscape of national security. Whatever military projects arise, we’re ready to support our uniformed men and women that protect and serve our nation.