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Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)

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HVAC Mechanical Engineer

$100,000 - $130,000 + Bonus + 401(k) Match + Full Benefits + Mileage + Training
Tampa, FL (Commutable from: St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, Sarasota)

Are you an HVAC Mechanical Engineer looking to take ownership of design work, influence projects, and become a go-to technical expert within a growing business?

On offer is a role where you will work on diverse commercial and industrial projects, with full involvement from concept through to delivery, alongside structured support from senior leadership and long-term progression opportunities.

This company are a well-established, privately owned mechanical contractor with decades of success, known for their strong culture, low turnover, and commitment to developing engineers into key decision-makers within the business.

On offer is a technically engaging position where you will collaborate with sales and project teams to design tailored HVAC solutions, work directly with clients, and play a key role in delivering high-quality, energy-efficient systems. You will benefit from structured onboarding, direct mentorship, and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility over time.

This role would suit a Mechanical Engineer with HVAC experience looking for technical ownership, project variety, and long-term stability within a supportive and growing company.

The Role:

  • Design and develop HVAC mechanical systems tailored to client requirements
  • Conduct site surveys and interpret project specifications within a local area (45-mile radius)
  • Collaborate with sales and project teams to deliver fully engineered solutions
  • Provide technical guidance to project managers and field teams
  • Structured onboarding with training plan and ongoing development

The Candidate:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
  • Proven experience within HVAC / MEP design
  • Experience with load calculations and mechanical system design
  • Proficiency with CAD / drafting software



Key Words: HVAC Design, Mechanical Engineering, MEP Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Heating and Cooling Systems, Load Calculations, Duct Design, Piping Design, Equipment Selection, HVAC Systems Design, Energy Efficiency, Energy Modeling, Thermal Analysis, Psychrometrics, CAD Design, AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Drafting, Technical Drawings, System Layouts, Design-Build Engineering, Site Surveys, Field Assessments, Project Engineering, Design Development, Engineering Calculations, Specification Development, Commercial Buildings, Industrial Facilities, Healthcare Facilities, Manufacturing Environments, Code Compliance, ASHRAE Standards, Mechanical Codes, Project Coordination, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Technical Support, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Quality Assurance, Commissioning Support, Equipment Selection, Vendor Coordination, Documentation, Engineering Reports, Technical Leadership, Problem Solving, Communication Skills

Reference Number: BBBH273709

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ed Harris at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.