Description
Job Description: Licensed Professional HVAC Design Engineer
Reports To: President
FLSA: Exempt
Company Overview
Admiral Heating has been a trusted leader in commercial and industrial HVAC solutions in the Chicagoland area for over 70 years. Specializing in union construction projects and service work, we partner with contractors, developers, and building owners to deliver custom engineered heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions. Our reputation is built on quality workmanship, deep industry relationships, and a commitment to long-term customer success.
Admiral Heating operates on EOS (Entrepreneur Operating System). Our Core Values which we require all employees to exemplify are: Intensely Diligent, Safety and Quality #1 Priority, Own it!, Innovative Approach, Proudly Humble of our Reputation and Exceed Expectations.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop, review, and approve mechanical system designs for HVAC systems.
- Prepare and certify engineering drawings, technical specifications, and calculations in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Conduct system load analyses, equipment selections, and energy performance evaluations.
- Oversee all phases of project development from concept through construction completion.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including architectural, electrical, civil, and structural engineering professionals.
- Perform field inspections and provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
- Ensure all designs comply with state and local building codes, ASHRAE, IMC, and NFPA standards.
- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and quality assurance oversight for junior engineering staff.
- Participate in project meetings, client presentations, and design reviews.
- Maintain a current understanding of emerging technologies, materials, and industry trends relevant to mechanical systems design
Qualifications, Competencies, & Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of mechanical systems and the ability to design commercial HVAC, duct, and piping systems.
- Proficiency in HAP and E20 software.
- Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and ability to prepare and review detailed drawings.
- Experience in design-build delivery, construction administration, or BIM coordination.
- LEED accreditation or demonstrated experience with sustainable design practices.
- Excellent command of the English language, including grammar, spelling, and written composition.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization, including executives.
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
- Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
- Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
- Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering MEP
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Illinois
- Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite.
- 7 Plus Years’ experience minimum, 10 Plus preferred
- Extensive knowledge of HVAC, duct work and piping
- Proficiency in HAP, E20, and AutoCAD suite software
Compensation and Benefits
- Base Salary Range $120,000 - $180,000
- Bonus and Profit Sharing up to 30% of base salary
- Fidelity 401k Plan with all fees paid by Admiral
- 401k Safe Harbor Match of 4%
- BCBS PPO and HMO Health Insurance Options (Admiral pays 75%)
- Dental and Vision Plans (Admiral pays 75%)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous PTO Policy
- Paid Holiday’s
- 100% Admiral paid Long and Short Term and Short
- $20,000 Admiral Paid Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
- Employee Assistance Plan
- CTA and Parking Reimbursement
- Employee events throughout the year
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by managers to perform other instructions and duties. This job description may be revised from time to time and does not constitute a contract for employment.
Requirements
Qualifications, Competencies, & Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of mechanical systems and the ability to design commercial HVAC, duct, and piping systems.
- Proficiency in HAP and E20 software.
- Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and ability to prepare and review detailed drawings.
- Experience in design-build delivery, construction administration, or BIM coordination.
- LEED accreditation or demonstrated experience with sustainable design practices.
- Excellent command of the English language, including grammar, spelling, and written composition.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels of the organization, including executives.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering MEP
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Illinois
- Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite.
- 7 Plus Years’ experience minimum, 10 Plus preferred
- Extensive knowledge of HVAC, duct work and piping
- Proficiency in HAP, E20, and AutoCAD suite software
