HVAC Mechanical Engineer

Contract HVAC Mechanical Engineer role focused on research, design, fabrication, and installation of HVAC mechanical equipment for large system replacements and facility renovations at ORNL.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, fabricate, and install HVAC mechanical equipment aligned with client requirements
• Provide design consultation for HVAC system and equipment across a range of project types
• Survey sites prior to fitting heating, ventilation, or air conditioning systems
• Plan placement of pipework, ducts, and control panels
• Install HVAC components
• Complete quality checks to confirm systems operate efficiently and safely

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with HVAC systems and Mechanical Engineering
• Associate’s degree in mechanical engineering or HVAC systems
• Experience with large system HVAC replacements and facility renovations
• Bachelor’s Degree in HVAC Systems or Mechanical Engineering
• US citizenship status: Yes/No

General scope

• Prepare detailed scopes and cost estimates for HVAC system and facility renovation projects at ORNL
• Support on-site work activities tied to surveying, planning, and installation tasks
• Communicate findings professionally and may need to present outcomes to the lab director

Work arrangement

• Hybrid schedule based in Oak Ridge, TN 37830
• On site for at least a few days each week
• Possibility of some work from home hours

Job type and compensation

• Job types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary
• Salary range: $65 - $80 per hour
• Pay: $65.00 - $80.00 per hour

Education

• Associate (required)

Experience

• HVAC design: 5 years (required)
• Mechanical engineering: 5 years (required)
• Facility Renovations: 5 years (required)
• Mechanical design/drafting: 5 years (required)