{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4d99c76138dc68b7d4e697cb","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4d99c76138dc68b7d4e697cb","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4d99c76138dc68b7d4e697cb","title":"Mechanical Engineer - Specialized Design","description":"INSPIRED.COMMITTED.CONNECTED.\nThese are the qualities of our work—and of the people who do it. If these qualities are part of your life, too, you’ll want to explore a career at EKFox.\nAs part of our creative, can-do team, you’ll have the chance to realize your full potential through a wide range of challenging engineering assignments. You can take pride in helping us to design for future generations, working to enrich America’s security—at home and abroad—and spearheading exciting new directions in sustainability and energy efficiency.\nEKFox is an experienced team of talented, motivated individuals who share a passion for solving problems and improving the built environment. We continue to strengthen our commitment to provide a work environment and culture that stimulates creativity, values integrity and encourages professional growth.\nPosition Summary\nWe are looking for a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer for the Specialized Design team to join our future. The engineering candidate must be a self-starter and willing to learn, able to work independently and as part of a team and must be comfortable with the broad scope of cradle-to-grave design engineering. The candidate will be responsible for assisting/leading the project team with HVAC load calculations, determining system sizing and layouts, calculating HVAC equipment sizes, selecting HVAC equipment, and preparing CAD drawings. Additional duties also include researching the latest HVAC technology, preparing technical documents and installation manuals, and implementing hands-on fabrication.\nMinimum Requirements\nABET Accredited College Degree (B.S in Mechanical Engineering)\nU.S. Citizen\nMinimum of 3+ years of experience, preferably in a design firm setting\nProficiency with 2D and/or 3D CAD (AutoCAD and SolidWorks Preferred)\nProficiency with Microsoft Office required\nIntermediate experience with performing engineering calculations, and developing and implementing HVAC, mechanical utility, and piping systems designs with limited supervision required.\nIntermediate experience with the mechanical/plumbing/fire code\nIntermediate experience with applicable industry standards\nIntermediate experience conducting and leading field surveys of existing conditions and support of field reporting\nProficient with intermediate and external cross-discipline project team coordination\nIntermediate support of construction activities such as RFI responses, submittal review, punch list development, and construction progress reports\nStrong communications skills, both written and oral\nWillingness to learn\nProficiency in self-management within a team environment\nSelf-starter; able to work independently\nProficient with shop and hand tools\nActive US Security Clearance\nEIT (Engineering in Training)\nDesirables\nProfessional Registration (licensure)\nExperience with Computational Fluid Dynamics Software\nExperience with Engineering Calculation Software such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP\nUnderstanding and experience with residential and/or commercial HVAC systems\nAutoCAD Experience\nPrinciple Duties and Responsibilities\nThe Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer is responsible for overseeing the discipline and managing the discipline budget on small to medium projects of limited complexity.\nThe Mechanical Engineer coordinates with internal and external discipline leads, as well as client, construction manager, subcontractor, and vendor interfaces.\nThe Engineer may work independently or at the direction of the Lead Engineer or Project Manager.\nPlan and direct work and manage a project budget from a mechanical design perspective on small projects of limited complexity.\nSupport proposal development under the supervision of a lead or senior engineer.\nIdentify basic non-compliant existing conditions during site walks and construction field surveys.\nDevelop basic internal mechanical design and engineering training presentations.\nDevelop construction drawing packages and write construction specifications on intermediate projects of limited complexity and with little oversight.\nResearch and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of design or applications.\nResearch design, and evaluate mechanical products, equipment, systems, and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.\nSpecify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.\nAssist drafters in developing the design of products, using drafting tools or computer assisted design/drafting equipment and software.\nProvide feedback to senior engineers on customer problems and needs.\nStudy processes to determine where and how the application of equipment can be made.\nWrite performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.\nApply engineering principles and be open to acquiring new skills and knowledge in the field of engineering.\nRead, develop, and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.\nConduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation, and performance of equipment, components, and systems.\nConfer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.\nDesign test control apparatus and equipment and develop procedures for testing products.\nDevelop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications, and the necessity of modification.\nInvestigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations for future mitigation strategies.\nRecommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.\nSuccessfully write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year\nAbout EKFox Specialized Design Group:\nThe Specialized Design Group was formed with the specific objective of addressing the more complex and specialized infrastructure requirements of a select group of confidential clientele which includes work of national interest. In the course of supporting our clients, the Specialized Design Group continues to grow, offering significant opportunities for development and advancement. Contributing to the success of several mission critical markets, the Specialized Design Group allows creative mangers, intuitive engineers and technical experts to grow in a fast paced, team based, broad spectrum, hands on environment.\nThe Specialized Design Group works in close coordination with our clients to identify and resolve technical and operational challenges from inception, identification and definition to fabrication, integration, testing, implementation and continuing support for the life of the system. One day may be designing and troubleshooting satellite based command and control systems for OCONUS facilities and the next may be hands on testing of a specific COTS power system to determine its feasibility for a specific application.\nOffering proven expertise to our clients in the form of strategic consulting, engineering design, systems integration, testing and commissioning, construction, operations and maintenance, training, research and development and forensic analysis, we know and do what it takes to ensure the mission succeeds and enjoy great satisfaction from knowing the difference our work makes.","company":"Ekfox","rawCompany":"ekfox","city":"Chantilly","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:28:50.924Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2199.03","title":"Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar","slug":"energy-engineers-except-wind-and-solar"}],"industries":[{"code":"238220","title":"Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors","slug":"plumbing-heating-and-air-conditioning-contractors"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"238290","title":"Other Building Equipment Contractors","slug":"other-building-equipment-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mechanical Engineer - Specialized Design","description":"INSPIRED.COMMITTED.CONNECTED.\nThese are the qualities of our work—and of the people who do it. If these qualities are part of your life, too, you’ll want to explore a career at EKFox.\nAs part of our creative, can-do team, you’ll have the chance to realize your full potential through a wide range of challenging engineering assignments. You can take pride in helping us to design for future generations, working to enrich America’s security—at home and abroad—and spearheading exciting new directions in sustainability and energy efficiency.\nEKFox is an experienced team of talented, motivated individuals who share a passion for solving problems and improving the built environment. We continue to strengthen our commitment to provide a work environment and culture that stimulates creativity, values integrity and encourages professional growth.\nPosition Summary\nWe are looking for a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer for the Specialized Design team to join our future. The engineering candidate must be a self-starter and willing to learn, able to work independently and as part of a team and must be comfortable with the broad scope of cradle-to-grave design engineering. The candidate will be responsible for assisting/leading the project team with HVAC load calculations, determining system sizing and layouts, calculating HVAC equipment sizes, selecting HVAC equipment, and preparing CAD drawings. Additional duties also include researching the latest HVAC technology, preparing technical documents and installation manuals, and implementing hands-on fabrication.\nMinimum Requirements\nABET Accredited College Degree (B.S in Mechanical Engineering)\nU.S. Citizen\nMinimum of 3+ years of experience, preferably in a design firm setting\nProficiency with 2D and/or 3D CAD (AutoCAD and SolidWorks Preferred)\nProficiency with Microsoft Office required\nIntermediate experience with performing engineering calculations, and developing and implementing HVAC, mechanical utility, and piping systems designs with limited supervision required.\nIntermediate experience with the mechanical/plumbing/fire code\nIntermediate experience with applicable industry standards\nIntermediate experience conducting and leading field surveys of existing conditions and support of field reporting\nProficient with intermediate and external cross-discipline project team coordination\nIntermediate support of construction activities such as RFI responses, submittal review, punch list development, and construction progress reports\nStrong communications skills, both written and oral\nWillingness to learn\nProficiency in self-management within a team environment\nSelf-starter; able to work independently\nProficient with shop and hand tools\nActive US Security Clearance\nEIT (Engineering in Training)\nDesirables\nProfessional Registration (licensure)\nExperience with Computational Fluid Dynamics Software\nExperience with Engineering Calculation Software such as Trane Trace or Carrier HAP\nUnderstanding and experience with residential and/or commercial HVAC systems\nAutoCAD Experience\nPrinciple Duties and Responsibilities\nThe Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer is responsible for overseeing the discipline and managing the discipline budget on small to medium projects of limited complexity.\nThe Mechanical Engineer coordinates with internal and external discipline leads, as well as client, construction manager, subcontractor, and vendor interfaces.\nThe Engineer may work independently or at the direction of the Lead Engineer or Project Manager.\nPlan and direct work and manage a project budget from a mechanical design perspective on small projects of limited complexity.\nSupport proposal development under the supervision of a lead or senior engineer.\nIdentify basic non-compliant existing conditions during site walks and construction field surveys.\nDevelop basic internal mechanical design and engineering training presentations.\nDevelop construction drawing packages and write construction specifications on intermediate projects of limited complexity and with little oversight.\nResearch and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of design or applications.\nResearch design, and evaluate mechanical products, equipment, systems, and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.\nSpecify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.\nAssist drafters in developing the design of products, using drafting tools or computer assisted design/drafting equipment and software.\nProvide feedback to senior engineers on customer problems and needs.\nStudy processes to determine where and how the application of equipment can be made.\nWrite performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.\nApply engineering principles and be open to acquiring new skills and knowledge in the field of engineering.\nRead, develop, and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.\nConduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation, and performance of equipment, components, and systems.\nConfer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.\nDesign test control apparatus and equipment and develop procedures for testing products.\nDevelop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications, and the necessity of modification.\nInvestigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and make recommendations for future mitigation strategies.\nRecommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.\nSuccessfully write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year\nAbout EKFox Specialized Design Group:\nThe Specialized Design Group was formed with the specific objective of addressing the more complex and specialized infrastructure requirements of a select group of confidential clientele which includes work of national interest. In the course of supporting our clients, the Specialized Design Group continues to grow, offering significant opportunities for development and advancement. Contributing to the success of several mission critical markets, the Specialized Design Group allows creative mangers, intuitive engineers and technical experts to grow in a fast paced, team based, broad spectrum, hands on environment.\nThe Specialized Design Group works in close coordination with our clients to identify and resolve technical and operational challenges from inception, identification and definition to fabrication, integration, testing, implementation and continuing support for the life of the system. One day may be designing and troubleshooting satellite based command and control systems for OCONUS facilities and the next may be hands on testing of a specific COTS power system to determine its feasibility for a specific application.\nOffering proven expertise to our clients in the form of strategic consulting, engineering design, systems integration, testing and commissioning, construction, operations and maintenance, training, research and development and forensic analysis, we know and do what it takes to ensure the mission succeeds and enjoy great satisfaction from knowing the difference our work makes.","datePosted":"2026-04-14T10:28:50.924Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T10:28:50.924Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Ekfox","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Chantilly","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"4d99c76138dc68b7d4e697cb"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4d99c76138dc68b7d4e697cb"}}