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HVAC Design Engineer

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San Jose, California

Salary

$90k/year - $140k/year

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Position: HVAC Design Engineer

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Pay Range: $90,000 - $140,000 (DOE)

Benefits:

  • Company paid medical benefits
  • Dental, vision, and life benefits
  • 401K with company contributions
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Flexible work environment (hybrid potential depending on experience)
  • Career growth within a high-performing mechanical contractor
  • Exposure to complex, high-profile commercial projects
  • Supportive, team-oriented engineering and project environment

Tiello has partnered with a leading mechanical contractor in the Bay Area known for delivering complex HVAC systems across commercial, life sciences, and mission-critical environments. This organization combines strong engineering capabilities with field execution, allowing their teams to stay closely connected to the projects they design.

As the company continues to grow, they are seeking a technically strong HVAC Design Engineer to support system design, coordination, and project development across a variety of high-impact projects.

Position Overview

The HVAC Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing HVAC systems from concept through construction. This role will work closely with project managers, field teams, and clients to ensure systems are efficient, constructible, and aligned with project goals.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on design work while staying connected to real-world project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems including air distribution, hydronic systems, and equipment layouts

• Perform load calculations, equipment sizing, and system selection

• Develop construction documents including drawings, schematics, and system layouts

• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and architectural teams

• Support preconstruction efforts including budgeting and system concepts

• Review project specifications and ensure design compliance

• Collaborate with field teams to ensure constructability and proper system installation

• Support RFIs, submittals, and design revisions throughout the project lifecycle

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• 3+ years of experience in HVAC design or mechanical engineering

• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, load calculations, and system design

• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

• Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or similar

Preferred Skills

• Experience in commercial, life sciences, or mission-critical projects

• Familiarity with design-build project delivery

• Understanding of energy-efficient system design and California codes

• Exposure to controls or building automation systems

• EIT or PE certification a plus

Physical & Work Environment Expectations

• Ability to work in both office and project environments

• Occasional site visits within the Bay Area

• Collaboration with engineering, project management, and field teams

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Tiello LLC is proud to be 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, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your Right to Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

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