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Mechanical Engineer for High Performance Buildings

Company: 

ZeroEnergy Design

Location: 

Boston, MA and Brooklyn, NY

ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer with 5+ years of experience and passion for meaningful sustainability to join our team. The successful individual will have experience in the design and construction phases of mechanical engineering for residential projects.  They must have the ability to work independently under limited supervision on several projects concurrently, show flexibility and innovation, and be client oriented.

Key Responsibilities
• Design building systems by performing heating and cooling load calculations, selecting mechanical equipment, designing distribution for HVAC systems
• Perform energy modeling, preferably utilizing WUFI-Passive or PHPP for Passive House documentation
• Prepare contract drawings and specifications
• Coordinate with clients and other project team members

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineer or similar field
• Certified Passive House Consultant is preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and quality control
• Experience with energy modeling software – preferably WUFI-Passive or PHPP
• Working knowledge of Autocad and Revit

Benefits
• 401k with 4% match
• Hybrid working / Flexible schedule with offices in Boston, MA and Brooklyn, NY
• Paid time off
• Comp time policy
• Paid parental leave
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Paid professional development

ZED is an 11 person architecture and mechanical design firm located in Boston, MA and Brooklyn, NY, specializing in high-performance homes and buildings.  The firm was ranked #2 for sustainability nationally in the Architect 50. Our mission is to create beautiful, healthy buildings to empower families, uplift communities, and improve our living world.
Please visit our website to review our work and learn more about our firm. https://zeroenergy.com

Equal Opportunity
ZeroEnergy Design is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a fair, equitable and culturally diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit a cover letter/email, resume and work samples via email to career@zeroenergy.com with subject line NESEA Job Posting. No calls, please.