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Mechanical Project Engineer

HGA
life insurance, parental leave, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Minnesota, Rochester
202 1st Avenue Southwest (Show on map)
Jul 13, 2025

Mechanical Project Engineer
Job Locations

US-MN-Rochester




Job ID
2024-2975

Category
Engineering - Mechanical

Position Type
Regular Full-Time

# of Openings
1

Posted Date
2 months ago(5/20/2025 10:55 AM)

Remote
No



Overview:

Engineer the Future with HGA - Now Hiring a Mechanical Project Engineer!

Bring your design-sensitive, technically ambitious expertise to HGA, where architecture, engineering, and innovation intersect.

We're seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team and lead complex, high-performance design solutions across a broad portfolio-including healthcare facilities, corporate headquarters, laboratories, museums, government buildings, higher education campuses, and infrastructure improvements.

At HGA, you'll work alongside architects, planners, and engineers who are passionate about creating meaningful, high-impact environments. You'll be an integral part of teams that embrace complexity and deliver thoughtful, efficient, and forward-thinking mechanical systems.

What You'll Bring:

    Expert-level knowledge of building codes and industry regulations

  • Mastery of standard engineering practices, techniques, and system design

  • Strong problem-solving skills rooted in technical depth and creative thinking

  • The ability to lead and collaborate with internal teams and external clients across the country

  • A passion for mentoring, continuous learning, and driving performance excellence

As building systems and technologies rapidly evolve, we're looking for leaders who thrive in complexity, embrace innovation, and bring precision and purpose to every project.

This is more than a role-it's a chance to shape the built environment with a firm that values insight, collaboration, and technical excellence. Ready to build what's next? We'd love to hear from you.



In this role you will:

  1. be responsible for HVAC engineering design including calculating heating and cooling loads, select equipment, layout duct and piping, create and edit project details, and write and edit project engineering specifications;
  2. be responsible for plumbing systems design including calculating capacities and loads, laying out piping systems and details, and editing project specifications;
  3. participate in design review meetings and workshops;
  4. resolve a variety of complex design challenges including conflicting Owner and project requirements, application of different system types, or challenging field conditions;
  5. research design options and document findings for the project team;
  6. assure drawings and designs are in accordance with local codes and design standards; and
  7. coordinate with architectural and engineering disciplines as applicable.


You will need to have:

  • BS. degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
  • 8+ years of consulting engineering experience with emphasis on healthcare projects for multiple client types
  • Professional Engineer registration recognized by a state licensing board
  • Knowledge in building controls is desired but not required
  • Revit, BIM, Trane/Trace, IES and Microsoft Office skills required
  • Must be in Rochester or willing to relocate (relocation assistance provided by HGA)


Salary Information:

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA's robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $73,200-$119,800



Additional Information:

HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering. Learn more about us here.

Sustainability

We are committed to meeting our clients' sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy: from a neutral effect on health, safety, and resources to a positive one. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

Equity

Equity is a living, breathing part of who we are and what we do at HGA. Our goal is to ensure that every employee brings their authentic self to work, feels a sense of belonging and works collaboratively to support each other.

HGA is both team-oriented and employee-friendly with social activities integrated into our office culture. Curiosity is the root of our creativity, and our mission is to produce enduring impact through original insight. Great design requires great minds and diverse perspectives, and we strive to engrain equity and inclusion into our culture.

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