Lead Mechanical Designer

Actalent • New York, NY • 3h ago

Lead Mechanical Designer - HVAC Systems (NYC | In-Office)

Join one of New York City's most respected MEP design firms, consistently ranked among the Best Places to Work and known for its culture of growth, diversity, and technical excellence. This is a opportunity for an experienced mechanical designer to lead high-profile commercial and mixed-use projects in a collaborative studio environment.

About the Role

As a Lead Mechanical Designer, you'll take ownership of HVAC system design and coordination, mentor junior team members, and represent the firm at client meetings. You'll work closely with engineers and project managers to deliver innovative, code-compliant solutions for complex building systems.

Key Responsibilities

Independently design HVAC systems using company standards and templates

Perform load calculations, equipment selections, and mechanical room layouts

Create high-quality schematics and trade-specific drawings in Revit and AutoCAD

Review shop drawings, conduct field observations, and prepare reports

Represent the firm at project meetings and communicate with clients, vendors, and consultants

Mentor junior team members and support their development

Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and project timelines

Must-Have Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

7-10 years of professional experience in mechanical design

Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects under strict deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and attention to detail

Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

Named one of Crain's Best Places to Work in NYC for two consecutive years

Culture of belonging and longevity-average tenure is over 12 years

Learning & Development: Access to a robust internal training program and customized career paths

Comprehensive benefits and perks, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Diverse, collaborative work environment with opportunities for advancement

Growing firm with a strong pipeline of high-profile projects across the East Coast

Compensation & Work Environment

Location: Midtown Manhattan

Schedule: Full-time, in-office

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive benefits package

Ready to lead mechanical design for some of NYC's most exciting projects? Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that values precision, collaboration, and innovation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $62.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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