Project Designer I (Mechanical Engineering) – New York, NY

Position Purpose:

Join our team to design innovative Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and plumbing/fire-protection systems with a focus on sustainable solutions for the built environment. In this role, you'll conduct comprehensive surveys of existing mechanical systems, perform energy calculations, and develop long-term sustainability analyses for building upgrades. You'll review contractor work, prepare documentation, and create digital designs that contribute to New York City's zero-carbon future.

Role Responsibilities:

• Design cutting-edge HVAC, plumbing, and fire-protection distribution systems that prioritize sustainability and efficiency
• Conduct thorough walkthroughs and surveys of existing buildings, documenting all components that impact energy consumption through measurements, photos, and equipment inventory
• Perform energy modeling calculations using both basic hand/Excel methods and sophisticated computer simulations to demonstrate energy savings of various construction solutions
• Develop expertise in New York City's building codes, laws, and legislation related to energy reduction and the transition to a zero-carbon, all-electric future
• Create comprehensive summary documentation including photo reports, site markups, and clear verbal communications
• Produce precise digital drafting of schematic and detailed construction documents using both AutoCAD and Revit for various mechanical, plumbing, and fire-protection projects

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field and/or applicable work experience
• 0-3 years of experience in mechanical engineering of buildings and/or design supporting existing building projects
• Understanding of design processes, compliance requirements, and collaboration with various construction professionals
• Excellent prioritization and organizational skills to thrive in our dynamic, evolving environment
• Working knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer calculations, building load/energy modeling, and energy conservation principles
• Prior internship experience in a mechanical engineering design consulting firm preferred
• Ability to travel throughout the five boroughs of New York City; valid driver's license and safe driving record required
• Physical capability to navigate urban, rural, and industrial sites, including walking fire escapes, stairwells, and basement areas
• Comfort working in both temperature-controlled office environments and various indoor field inspection settings

PVEDI offers a full range of services, including Buildings + Structures, Civil Engineering, Energy + MEP services, Environmental Services, GIS, Land Planning, Landscape Architecture, Survey, and Water/Wastewater Management. With over 170 employees, PVE has the experience, capacity, and agility to address a wide range of design challenges to support our clients across the United States. Our attention to detail has earned PVEDI a recurring spot on the Engineering News-Record's (ENR) annual list of Top Design Firms.

PVEDI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PVEDI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. PVEDI expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.