Job Description
Senior MEP Engineer
Location: Houston, TX (or surrounding area)
License Required: Active Professional Engineer (PE)
Overview
We are seeking a Senior MEP Engineer (PE) with 10+ years of experience to lead HVAC retrofit and design-build projects in existing buildings. This is a hands-on technical role for an engineer who wants full project involvement—from assessment through implementation—without moving in
Key Qualifications
- 10+ years of MEP engineering experience (design-build preferred)
- Strong HVAC/mechanical background; electrical coordination experience a plus
- Active PE license
- Experience with retrofit projects and existing buildings
- Comfortable with both office design work and site visits
- AutoCAD LT experience (2D drafting; no BIM required)
- Experience with K-12, municipal, or institutional facilities preferred
Technical Skills
- HVAC load calculations, system sizing, and code-compliant design
- Energy modeling experience (Carrier HAP preferred; Trane Trace, eQUEST a plus)
- Ability to produce construction drawings and specifications
- RFI and submittal review; construction support
- Working knowledge of ASHRAE, IMC, IECC, and NEC
- Familiarity with BAS/controls systems in retrofit environments preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform facility assessments and site walk-throughs
- Design HVAC retrofit and replacement solutions
- Develop scopes of work, pricing support, and bid packages
- Coordinate with contractors, vendors, internal teams, and clients
- Support projects through construction with RFIs and site reviews
- Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality and deadlines
Work Environment
- 25% field / 75% office or remote
- Focus on existing buildings (often with limited or no drawings)
- Collaborative, low-bureaucracy culture
- Emphasis on practical, maintainable, real-world solutions
Why Join
- Stay deeply technical—no management track required
- End-to-end project ownership
- High-impact retrofit work with strong work-life balance
Job Tags
For contractors, Work at office, Remote work,