Mechanical Project Engineer
Dewberry
New York, NY · Posted September 30, 2026
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About the job
Job Description
Dewberry is currently seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer for our New York, NY office with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Mechanical systems design and analysis (projects). Duties will include mechanical/HVAC engineering design (Boiler and Chiller Plants and larger scale HVAC systems design), building information modeling (BIM) using Revit MEP software Bently BIM and/or MicroStation experience a plus, CAD drafting using AutoCad software, HVAC load calculations and energy modeling using Trane Trace 3D software, drawing production, specification writing and equipment selection, discipline coordination between the various trades, shop drawing and submittal reviews, construction site reviews, and code reviews for MEP systems for various projects.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Responsibilities
Strong Project Engineering skills - Manage the design of projects with Mechanical Construction Value(s) up to $10 MM.
Assigns tasks to and coordinates with entry/staffengineers, technicians or administrative staff.
Assists in determining technical, schedule and budget (staffing/manhours) requirements.
Interface and coordinate with architects and other disciplines and working with others as needed on projects.
Perform basic code reviews.
Attend meetings, prepare meeting minutes, conduct site visits and field inspections of mechanical and HVAC systems.
Prepare mechanical and HVAC engineering analysis, calculations, reports, construction drawings and specifications.
Serve as Project Manager on small projects.
Required Skills & Required Experience
BS in Mechanical Engineering degree.
NYS Professional Engineering License.
Minimum 5 years of experience with MEP projects, especially mechanical and HVAC system design.
Must have experience designing mechanical and HVAC systems and producing design documents for buildings in Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
Familiarity with MS Office programs (WORD, Excel, etc.)
Good communications skills – Oral and written.
Experience in running HVAC loads and energy modeling with Trane Trace 3D Software preferred.
Must be a self-motivated, pro-active professional with drive and determination.
Valid Driver’s License is required.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.
Salary Range
The projected range for this position is $97,913-$139,875 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly. These ranges are for NY only.