Company Overview
The HOH Group, Inc. is a multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm providing integrated design solutions across architecture, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. Headquarters in Schaumburg, IL, and founded over 65 years ago, HOH serves government, commercial and industrial clients with a team of 60 + professionals committed to excellence and innovation. HOH projects are performed throughout Chicago and the U.S. HOH proudly supports professional and leadership development opportunities.
Position Description
HOH is seeking a Mechanical Engineer experienced in delivering HVAC design for vertical structures such as municipal, transportation, commercial, healthcare, industrial, and energy sectors, utilizing both traditional and alternative delivery methods. This role plays a key part in delivering innovative and technically sound solutions through close collaboration with our in-house multidisciplinary team.
Core Engineering & Design Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards:
- ASHRAE
- Chicago Electrical Code and other local codes
- International Code Council
- Energy codes
- Basis of Design (BOD) narratives
- Design building HVAC systems, including:
- Air distribution systems (VAV, CAV, DOAS)
- Hydronic systems (chilled water, hot water, condenser water)
- Heating systems (boilers, heat pumps, electric heat)
- Cooling systems (chillers, cooling towers, DX systems)
- Ventilation systems (code-required outdoor air)
- Select and size major equipment:
- AHUs, RTUs, FCUs
- Chillers, boilers, pumps
- Develop ductwork and piping layouts
- Prepare system schematics and flow diagrams
- Design high-performance systems to meet energy codes
- Prepare BAS schematics and sequence of operations
- Prepare Specifications
- Load Calculations & Engineering Analysis:
- Perform heating and cooling load calculations
- Ventilation and exhaust airflow calculations
- Static pressure and pump head calculations
- Energy modeling and lifecycle cost analysis
- Perform system optimization for efficiency and performance
- Perform engineering studies:
- Existing conditions assessment
- Evaluate energy usage and efficiency
- Support sustainability goals (LEED, electrification)
- Field Surveying existing conditions
- Construction Administration
Project Management & Leadership Responsibilities
- Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
- Manage project scope, schedule, and budget
- Mentor junior engineers and designers
- Interface with clients and stakeholders
- Quality control
Qualifications
- PE in Mechanical Engineering in the State of Illinois is preferred.
- Stamp/seal drawings as a licensed PE.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical design.
- Previous commissioning experience a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience in Revit and AUTOCAD
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance
- Paid time off
- Continuing education support
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Employee assistance program
HOH is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
