Mechanical III
Remote Arlington Mid-level Other
At a glance
Mid-level role at CannonDesign. Remote, United States · $79,990–$99,940 base.
SalaryStated by CannonDesign
$79,990 – $99,940
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleOther
SeniorityMid-level
LocationArlington
WorkplaceRemote
Base pay$79,990–$99,940
PostedMar 1, 2026 · 7mo ago
Role brief
remoteroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Design HVAC ductwork and piping, select equipment, and calculate heating and cooling loads for assigned projects
- Build Revit/BIM HVAC drawings from early design through construction administration, adding layouts, sketches, and details
- Revise project specifications, check shop drawings against contract documents, and answer construction RFIs
- Join client and project-team meetings, track mechanical project budgets, and visit sites to check conditions and construction progress
- Support plumbing and fire protection designs when needed, and coordinate mechanical work with project teammates
What you bring
- A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering and at least six years of related experience
- Hands-on experience with engineering design software such as Revit, Trane Trace, or Trane 3D Plus
- The ability to manage several projects and communicate clearly in writing and conversation
Who this fits
This role suits a mid-career mechanical engineer who can work independently while taking direction from a licensed engineer. The position is remote within the U.S., with a preference for candidates in or near the listed cities. Site visits involve walking through locations, and project work may include supervision or project management within the mechanical discipline.
From the employer
If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply.
This role is remote within the U.S., with a preference for candidates located in or near: Arlington, VA; Baltimore, MD; Boston, MA; Buffalo, NY; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Minneapolis, MN; Pittsburgh, PA, or St. Louis, MO.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of a licensed engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial and science and technology.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Perform and direct design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for HVAC systems independently on assigned projects. Complex projects could be under the supervision of a professional engineer. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
- May supervise or provide project management direction within the mechanical discipline to include the monitoring of project progresses and project budget.
- Calculate heating, cooling loads, layout, design ductwork, and piping using energy modeling software.
- Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
- Edit specifications relating to existing or new projects.
- Independently research as need arises and respond to emergent issues.
- Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units.
- Review shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
- Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team, attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget.
- Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
- Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Attend and participate in construction meetings. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
- Coordinates work activities on specific projects with several persons with various levels of capability; participates in business development and marketing activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required. Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of related experience required.
- Current PE in the United States preferred.
- LEED accreditation preferred.
- Must possess a working knowledge and experience, while still acquiring higher level knowledge.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
- Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required.
- We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
- We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
- We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.