Kimley-Horn

Transportation and urban planning consultants

Mechanical Engineer - MEP

Building Services EngineeringUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeOrlando, FL, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is required.
A minimum of 4 years of experience with increasing project leadership responsibility is required.
A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required, or the ability to obtain it within 12 months.
Familiarity with Florida codes and local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) coordination is required.
Experience with HVAC systems, including airside, hydronic, ventilation, and controls coordination, is required.
Experience with plumbing systems, including water, sanitary, and gas systems, is required.
Experience with energy compliance tools such as COMcheck or similar is required.
Proficiency in Revit/BIM-based design is required.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the design of HVAC and mechanical systems from concept through construction across commercial, hospitality, municipal, and federal projects.
Prepare and coordinate load calculations, equipment selection, ductwork and piping layouts, and technical specifications.
Coordinate with architects, contractors, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), and internal MEP disciplines.
Manage portions of projects as a task manager or project manager, including scope, schedule, and budget.
Serve as a primary client contact for portions of projects and support overall client relationship management.
Oversee and mentor EITs, designers, and technical staff.
Support and participate in Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), proposals, and business development efforts.
Ensure design quality through quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes and adherence to applicable codes, including Florida Building Code and energy compliance.

Desired Qualifications

7+ years of experience with increasing project leadership responsibility.
Experience managing projects and directly interfacing with clients.
Demonstrated ability to mentor staff and contribute to winning work.

Discipline/Focus

Mechanical, MEP
Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join the Orlando, FL (Florida) office! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the design of HVAC and mechanical systems from concept through construction across commercial, hospitality, municipal, and federal projects
Prepare and coordinate load calculations, equipment selection, ductwork/piping layouts, and technical specifications
Coordinate with architects, contractors, AHJs, and internal MEP disciplines
Manage portions of projects as a task manager or project manager, including scope, schedule, and budget
Serve as a primary client contact for portions of projects and support overall client relationship management
Oversee and mentor EITs, designers, and technical staff
Support and participate in RFQs/RFPs, proposals, and business development efforts
Ensure design quality through QA/QC processes and adherence to applicable codes (FBC, energy compliance, etc.)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
A minimum of 4 years of experience with increasing project leadership responsibility
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 12 months
Familiarity with Florida codes and local AHJ coordination
Experience with:

HVAC systems (airside, hydronic, ventilation, controls coordination)
Plumbing systems (water, sanitary, gas)
Energy compliance tools (e.g., COMcheck or similar)

Proficiency in Revit/BIM-based design
Preferred Qualifications:

7+ years of experience with increasing project leadership responsibility
Experience managing projects and directly interfacing with clients
Demonstrated ability to mentor staff and contribute to winning work

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

Position Type

Experienced

About the Company

Kimley-Horn

Transportation and urban planning consultants

Kimley-Horn provides planning and design consultancy for urban and transportation projects across North America for public and private sectors. Their multi-disciplinary teams deliver end-to-end services in planning, design, and project management through integrated collaboration and client-focused goals. They differentiate themselves with an integrated, team-based approach that coordinates all project parts and emphasizes community outcomes and value. Their goal is to help communities create safer, more efficient, and higher-performing urban systems through practical, well-managed planning and design.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Raleigh, NC
Founded: 1967

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