Actalent
Mechanical Design Engineer
Actalent is an innovative commercial HVAC, facilities, and MEP services company requesting Mechanical Engineer candidates.
Job Summary:
The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for creating HVAC designs, including system narratives, drawings and specifications for a variety of project types and sizes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Direct the creation of HVAC designs, including system narratives, drawings and specifications for a variety of project types and sizes.
Certify HVAC system plans.
Design heating, ventilation, and air conditioning layouts using CAD system.
Calculate heat gain/loss for residential and commercial applications.
Work in close contact and effectively interact with the internal design, construction and service teams.
Conduct engineering qualification tests on products, coordinate with outside agencies to ensure compliance, develop prototypes, and conduct tests.
Prepare proposals for negotiated construction projects, including Design/Build Projects.
Assist in the preparation of conceptual cost estimates for a wide variety of HVAC systems.
Participate in project interviews and present to external clients.
Assist in establishing HVAC basis of design for various projects.
Participate in and oversee QA/QC processes.
Read and interpret complex architectural drawings and 3D models and perform calculations to support design decisions.
Assist in determining project schedules, manpower requirements and project budgets.
Perform construction administration and field investigation tasks on construction projects.
Assist in processing of submittals, RFIs, change orders, bulletins and record drawings.
Assist in functional testing and commissioning of HVAC systems.
Recommend product improvements or cost reductions.
Work with the Project Manager to establish and maintain consistent standards across projects.
Participate in department meetings as requested.
Perform additional assignments as requested and maintain a teamwork attitude.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Basic understanding of the proper application of HVAC systems.
Basic understanding of LEED principals, particularly related to HVAC design.
Thorough understanding of applicable building codes.
Experience reading and interpreting complex architectural drawings and 3D models and performing calculations to support design decisions.
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.
Pay & Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $40.86/hr.
Benefits may include Medical, dental & vision, Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital coverage, 401(k), Life Insurance, Short & long-term disability, Health Spending Account, Transportation benefits, Employee Assistance Program, PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave.
Application Deadline Position anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.
EEO Statement Actalent 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.
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Job Summary:
The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for creating HVAC designs, including system narratives, drawings and specifications for a variety of project types and sizes.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Direct the creation of HVAC designs, including system narratives, drawings and specifications for a variety of project types and sizes.
Certify HVAC system plans.
Design heating, ventilation, and air conditioning layouts using CAD system.
Calculate heat gain/loss for residential and commercial applications.
Work in close contact and effectively interact with the internal design, construction and service teams.
Conduct engineering qualification tests on products, coordinate with outside agencies to ensure compliance, develop prototypes, and conduct tests.
Prepare proposals for negotiated construction projects, including Design/Build Projects.
Assist in the preparation of conceptual cost estimates for a wide variety of HVAC systems.
Participate in project interviews and present to external clients.
Assist in establishing HVAC basis of design for various projects.
Participate in and oversee QA/QC processes.
Read and interpret complex architectural drawings and 3D models and perform calculations to support design decisions.
Assist in determining project schedules, manpower requirements and project budgets.
Perform construction administration and field investigation tasks on construction projects.
Assist in processing of submittals, RFIs, change orders, bulletins and record drawings.
Assist in functional testing and commissioning of HVAC systems.
Recommend product improvements or cost reductions.
Work with the Project Manager to establish and maintain consistent standards across projects.
Participate in department meetings as requested.
Perform additional assignments as requested and maintain a teamwork attitude.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Basic understanding of the proper application of HVAC systems.
Basic understanding of LEED principals, particularly related to HVAC design.
Thorough understanding of applicable building codes.
Experience reading and interpreting complex architectural drawings and 3D models and performing calculations to support design decisions.
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.
Pay & Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $40.86/hr.
Benefits may include Medical, dental & vision, Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital coverage, 401(k), Life Insurance, Short & long-term disability, Health Spending Account, Transportation benefits, Employee Assistance Program, PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave.
Application Deadline Position anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.
EEO Statement Actalent 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.
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