MEP Mechanical Design Engineer - Hybrid Growth Role

ELEN Consulting, Inc. is a San Diego-based MEP engineering firm delivering mechanical and electrical designs across federal/military, commercial, civic, education, and industrial projects throughout California. We're looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who is ready to take ownership of their designs and grow within a firm that invests in its people.

At ELEN, you'll work directly alongside licensed PEs and firm leadership on projects that carry real technical and professional weight. This is a hands‑on role. We value engineers who take their craft seriously, communicate openly, and want to build something over the course of their career rather than just fill a seat.

What we offer

• 401(k) Safe Harbor and profit‑sharing plan
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
• PTO that grows with your tenure
• Regular staff social events and team‑building activities
• Professional development and continuous learning through mentorship and industry exposure
• Career advancement paths aligned with your long‑term goals
• Performance‑based cash bonuses

What You'll Do

• You'll be producing mechanical designs on active projects from concept through construction documents across a broad range of building types and client sectors.
• Responsibilities include load calculations, ductwork and piping design, equipment selection, specification preparation and review, and coordination with architectural and engineering disciplines.
• You'll be expected to communicate clearly with project stakeholders and proactively identify and resolve design issues throughout the project lifecycle.

What We're Looking For

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related fieldAt least 2 years of HVAC and/or plumbing engineering experience in the MEP industryEIT certification or equivalent experience.

• Working proficiency in Autodesk Revit and Auto
• CADProficiency in Bluebeam Revu
• Experience with California‑specific HVAC load calculation and energy compliance software, including Trane TRACE 3D Plus or Carrier HAP for load calculations, and Energy
• Pro for Title 24 compliance
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE, IMC, IPC, NFPA, and California Energy Codes (Title 24)
• Experience preparing or reviewing project specifications and construction documents
• Nice to Have:

Experience with IES‑VE or equivalent energy modeling and performance analysis toolsFamiliarity with federal and military project delivery, including UFCs and UFGSBackground in civic, institutional, or industrial project typesCompensation$80,000 – $130,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capability.

Schedule & LocationPrimary Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Friday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: San Diego, CA – primarily in‑office.

Flexible‑Hybrid work schedule available after the introductory period for candidates who have established their workflow.

How to Apply

Apply through LinkedIn or email your resume as a PDF to info@elenconsulting.com.

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Skills

• Adobe Acrobat, Architectural Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Document Set, Consulting, Electrical Design, Energy Modeling, Engineering, Equipment Selection, Equipment Specification, HVAC, Leadership, Life Insurance, LinkedIn, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Mentoring, Military, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Performance Analysis, Performance Modeling, Piping, Plumbing, Problem Solving Skills, Project Lifecycle, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Technical/Engineering Design, Value Engineering, Vision Plan

About the Company

ELEN Consulting