Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CyberCoders is recruiting for an unnamed client seeking a Lead Design Engineer to lead the design and delivery of MEP systems, especially HVAC. The role owns technical design decisions, guides a remote design team, coordinates with clients and contractors, and ensures projects meet code, performance, and budget requirements.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the technical design of MEP projects with an emphasis on HVAC system design, performance, and energy efficiency
- Develop and approve detailed design drawings, specifications, and calculations using Revit and AutoCAD; ensure BIM standards are maintained
- Coordinate multidisciplinary design input (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) and integrate systems to meet client requirements and project constraints
- Mentor, review work of, and provide technical guidance to design engineers and drafters across remote teams; support staff development and quality assurance
- Serve as primary technical contact for clients, contractors, and consultants; present design intent and resolve constructability or coordination issues
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and sustainability targets, and perform design reviews and constructability audits
- Prepare and review equipment selections, load calculations, system schematics, and performance analyses; optimize cost, reliability, and maintainability
- Manage project deliverables, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with project managers; identify and mitigate technical risks
- Lead commissioning support and respond to technical RFIs during construction; perform site visits as needed
- Drive continuous improvement of design standards, templates, and processes for remote delivery and BIM collaboration
Skills
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 7+ years of progressive experience in MEP/HVAC design with at least 23 years in a lead or senior technical role
- Proven experience designing HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems and familiarity with electrical system coordination
- Expert proficiency in Revit (BIM workflows) and AutoCAD; experience with BIM coordination tools and modeling best practices
- Strong knowledge of mechanical codes, ASHRAE standards, energy modeling principles, and local authority requirements
- Demonstrated leadership skills: mentoring, design reviews, and effective remote team collaboration
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client-facing coordination, technical reports, and presentations
- Project management experience: scheduling, deliverable coordination, and budget awareness
- Currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa
- Masters degree or advanced certifications a plus
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or relevant certifications (e.g., LEED, CEM) preferred but not required
Benefits
- Vacation/PTO
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Bonus
- Relocation
- Telecommute
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