AECOM · Arlington, VA
Sr Mechanical Engineer – Federal Experience at AECOM — Arlington, VA
Full-timeArlington, VAPosted 2026-08-04Apply on SmartRecruiters
Full job description
AECOM is seeking a creative and highly talented Senior Mechanical Engineer for immediate employment in our Dallas, TX office. For the right candidate, this position can be remote.
- Leading or assisting with the design of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems as well as plumbing systems for DoD, and Mission Critical Facility projects.
- Perform Construction Administration services, including review of shop drawings, RFI’s and review of contractor proposed change orders
- Evaluate feasibility of alternative design approaches in conjunction with senior team members
- Perform site/field visits to ascertain existing conditions including equipment condition evaluations
- Organize/plan projects to ensure quality controls and project criteria are met and within budget
- Assist in preparing proposals and presenting to Clients
- Assist with mentoring of junior staff within the Mechanical Department
- Review and edit specifications
- Interact and work with a diverse set of clients and subcontractors
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited Mechanical Engineering Program
- 6+ years of experience in mechanical design of HVAC and Plumbing systems or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- This position requires U.S. citizenship due to federal contract/security requirements
Preferred Requirements
- Professional Engineer (PE)
- 10+ years of experience in mechanical design of HVAC and Plumbing systems
- Experience using AutoCAD and Revit
- Ability to interact with others on a multi-discipline team
- Ability to work on multiple projects at once
- Excellent communications skills with the ability to present designs to clients
- Good time management skills, a strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Proficient in Building Load Calculation and Energy Modeling
- Proficient in the design of plumbing systems including sanitary, storm, and water distribution systems
- Energy Modeling experience a plus
- Cost estimating experience a plus
- Experience with Design-Build and other Alternate Delivery practices a plus
- Experience with Instrumentation and Controls design a plus
- Additional Industry Certifications such as LEED AP, CxA or CEM
- Federal experience; NAVFAC, USACE, VAMC, DOD or USAF experience preferred
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