Lead Mechanical Designer/Engineer - HVAC

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC and mechanical systems design, including system selection, equipment sizing, load calculations, ductwork and piping layouts, and construction document production in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Provide construction-phase services such as shop drawing and submittal reviews, RFI responses, change order evaluation, and maintaining design intent through closeout.
• Act as the primary engineering contact for owners, architects, and trade contractors; communicate technical solutions clearly to non engineering stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor engineering design staff, performing quality reviews on all deliverables.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on schedules, budgets, scope development, equipment selection, and pre-construction pricing.
• Partner with VDC, estimators, field superintendents, and purchasing as the engineering subject matter expert throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain current knowledge of Minnesota Mechanical, Energy, Plumbing, and Fire/NFPA codes; ASHRAE 90.1, 62.1, and SMACNA standards.

Requirements

• An associate degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience.
• 7+ years of progressive HVAC and mechanical systems design experience, including 2+ years in a lead or project-ownership role.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC system types and selection: packaged equipment, hydronic/pumping, VAV, VRF/refrigeration, make-up air, and controls/BAS.
• Proficiency with load calculation software (Trane Trace 700, HAP, IES VE, or equivalent); Revit; AutoCAD; Bluebeam Revu; Autodesk Forma; and Microsoft 365.
• Demonstrated experience leading construction phase services: submittals, RFIs, change orders, and field coordination.
• Working knowledge of Minnesota Mechanical, Energy, Plumbing, Fire/NFPA codes; ASHRAE 90.1 and 62.1; SMACNA standards.
• Strong client relationship, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Technologies

• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Bluebeam Revu
• Autodesk Forma
• Trane Trace 700
• HAP
• IES VE
• Microsoft 365

Benefits

• Salary range of $110,000 to $160,000 per year, DOE; top of band for PE-licensed candidates.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; PTO and paid holidays.
• Flexible working hours.
• Professional development including PE exam preparation, continuing education, and licensure reimbursement.
• Hands-on learning through direct collaboration with field installers, with real-time feedback from sheet metal, plumbing, and piping crews to sharpen design decisions.
• Collaborative culture with direct access to leadership and a clear path to senior engineering roles.

About AMC

Founded in 1976, Associated Mechanical Contractors (AMC) is a union design-build mechanical contractor based in Shakopee, MN, with over 200 employees. We design, install, and service HVAC, plumbing, and process piping across the Twin Cities and Upper Midwest, with union roots in Sheet Metal Workers Local 10 and Plumbers & Pipefitters locals. Our Engineering and VDC teams work side by side with field crews, providing accessible, technically deep leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Associated Mechanical Contractors is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

• Salary: $110,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute

Shakopee, MN 55379 (Required)

Work Location

In person