Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Location: San Diego, California (On-site) Compensation: $130,000 – $149,000 annually

About the Role: This role is for a licensed Mechanical Professional Engineer who wants to lead complex HVAC projects, influence technical standards, and operate at a high level within a growing MEP firm.

You will not be a production-only engineer. You will be trusted with design authority, QA/QC accountability, and client-facing leadership.

Who This Role Is For:

You take ownership of your work and project outcomes

You are confident making technical decisions and standing behind them

You have strong experience with U.S.-based commercial HVAC design

You want to grow into higher-level leadership within a structured firm

What You’ll Do:

Lead HVAC system design for commercial, mixed-use, and institutional projects

Oversee QA/QC across multiple projects to reduce errors and liability

Perform and review heating/cooling load calculations and system sizing

Design and review ductwork, piping, and hydronic systems

Support project managers with technical forecasting and risk planning

Participate in client meetings and represent the firm at a senior level

Contribute to internal standards and technical training

What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days):

Fully integrated into active project teams

Independently leading mechanical design scopes

Contributing to QA/QC improvements

Demonstrating reliability in deadlines and coordination

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (U.S.)

8+ years of mechanical (HVAC) design experience

Strong experience with U.S. commercial projects

Proficiency in Revit and mechanical design software

Strong understanding of mechanical codes and California requirements

Experience performing HVAC load calculations and system design

Ability to lead coordination and communicate with clients

Compensation & Benefits: At 120 Degreez, we invest in our team’s long-term success—professionally and personally.

401(k) with up to 3% employer match

70% employer-paid medical insurance + 100% dental and vision

$1,500 annual professional development and certification allowance

Paid Company Holidays + 2 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) + 1 week Paid Sick Leave

100% employer-paid life insurance

Clear career advancement pathway from Designer through Principal

Collaborative, structured, and growth-focused work environment

Work Authorization: We are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Who Should NOT Apply:

Candidates with less than 4 years of relevant MEP experience

Candidates without U.S.-based project experience

Candidates not proficient in Revit

Individuals seeking heavily supervised or entry-level roles