Job Description
At CDM Smith, we’re committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges you. Our employees collaborate on meaningful projects that enhance communities and make a lasting difference in the world.
We deliver legendary service and smart solutions for environmental and infrastructure challenges, creating an unmatched experience for both our clients and our team. As a global engineering and construction firm, we partner with clients worldwide to develop innovative solutions that address today’s needs and anticipate tomorrow’s demands.
We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer with expertise in HVAC and plumbing systems. This role offers the chance to advance your career while working on projects that create resilient, sustainable environments.
This position can be based out of any U.S. based office. We offer a hybrid work environment that allows our employees to balance time in the office with remote work from home.
As a valued member of our Infrastructure and Services Group you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:
- Designing and developing HVAC and plumbing systems, including master planning, feasibility studies, and mechanical systems such as co-generation. Incorporating sustainability principles, energy efficiency strategies, renewable energy solutions, and green building practices into projects ranging from basic to highly complex, ensuring compliance with client requirements.
- Reviewing draft designs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Ensuring that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
- Performing site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updating design requirements as necessary.
- Contributing to the firm's Technical Knowledge Management by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Submitting technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
- Attending industry conferences and symposia to enhance the firm’s visibility and promote its products and services, collaborating closely with sales teams to maximize outreach and engagement.
- Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff, fostering their professional growth within the discipline and the firm. Supervising project work as needed, ensuring quality and supporting skill development for future leadership roles.
- Performing other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Architectural or Chemical Engineering, or Engineering Technology or related discipline. Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in states where an EIT is not obtainable (within 18 months of hire or promotion or transfer).
- 5 years of related experience.
- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.