Job Description

Mechanical Engineer IV - Multiple Locations

Company Name: RTM Engineering Consultants

Location: Any RTM office: Schaumburg, IL | Orlando, FL | Rogers/Bentonville, AR | Davenport, IA | Seattle, WA | Dallas, TX | Springfield, MO | Fort Collins, CO | St. Louis, MO | Lakewood, CO | Avon | Kentucky

Project Focus: HVAC, Mechanical Building Systems, Facility Infrastructure, Renovation & Modernization, New Construction

Work Setting: Full-Time | Office / Project Sites / Client-Facing

Base Salary: $110,000 - $145,000

Total Compensation Package: Competitive compensation package, health and welfare benefits, retirement programs, paid time off, and professional development.

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus Group

About the Role

RTM Engineering is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer IV to support the design, analysis, engineering, and delivery of complex mechanical systems for a diverse portfolio of projects. This senior-level position requires an individual who can lead mechanical engineering efforts, provide technical guidance, and mentor developing staff. The role involves taking ownership of technically complex assignments from concept through construction while coordinating across multiple disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design and analysis for complex projects involving HVAC, plumbing, piping, equipment, and related building mechanical systems.
• Develop engineering calculations, equipment selections, system layouts, specifications, schedules, and construction documents.
• Evaluate existing mechanical systems and develop recommendations for upgrades, renovations, replacements, and new installations.
• Serve as a senior technical resource, applying sound engineering judgment to resolve complex design challenges.
• Perform or oversee load analyses, energy evaluations, equipment sizing, system assessments, and other engineering calculations.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, energy efficiency, reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle cost.
• Take ownership of complex mechanical engineering assignments from concept through construction and closeout.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, controls, civil, and other disciplines.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and technical documentation for accuracy, quality, constructability, and compliance.
• Support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with project managers and clients.
• Participate in site surveys, field investigations, commissioning activities, and construction-phase services as required.
• Maintain high standards for technical quality, documentation, and project delivery.
• Communicate directly with clients, contractors, vendors, architects, and other project stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Understand client objectives and operational requirements and translate them into practical mechanical engineering solutions.
• Support multidisciplinary project teams in maintaining project objectives, schedules, and quality expectations.
• Contribute to proposals, statements of qualifications, technical presentations, and business development activities.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to less-experienced engineers and designers.
• Serve as a technical leader within project teams and help elevate engineering quality and consistency.
• Share knowledge, best practices, and technical expertise with developing staff.
• Support a collaborative environment focused on professional development and high-quality project delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC and mechanical building systems, engineering principles, and applicable codes and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex engineering assignments.
• Experience developing and reviewing construction documents, specifications, calculations, and technical reports.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively coordinate work across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Proficiency with engineering and design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal, state, municipal, healthcare, higher education, commercial, industrial, or mission-critical facilities.
• Experience with both renovation/modernization projects and new construction.
• Familiarity with energy-efficiency strategies, sustainability requirements, and high-performance building systems.
• Experience mentoring engineers and leading technical teams.
• Experience supporting projects through construction administration and closeout.
• Existing relationships with clients, contractors, architects, or other industry partners throughout the Baltimore/Washington, DC region.
• Experience with commissioning, field investigations, and construction-phase services.
• Experience with load calculation, energy modeling, or other mechanical engineering software.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits
• Retirement programs
• Paid time off
• Professional development

About RTM Engineering Consultants

RTM Engineering Consultants is an MEP, Civil, and Structural engineering firm that acts as a partner to clients by aligning with their goals, processes, and people. The firm emphasizes national resources combined with local relationships to serve a diverse range of markets. Their commitment to the community is reflected in initiatives such as elevating STEM, providing pro bono services to nonprofits, and team-based volunteering.

About Luxus Group

Luxus Group is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of RTM Engineering Consultants. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, MEP, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.