Over the past 30 years, AHA Consulting Engineers has worked successfully with owners, operators, Fortune 500 companies, Ivy League schools, top real estate developers, and award-winning architects. Our clients have relied on our passionate team of experts to deliver more than 500 million square feet of high performance facilities throughout the U.S.

Are you interested in joining a smaller, flexible firm where you have an immediate impact with the chance to work on a wide variety of projects? AHA also provides a “Path to Partnership” program which outlines the expectations for anyone in the company looking to take the next steps in their career. We are looking for individuals with passion and commitment to their job responsibilities and the desire to take advantage of AHA’s Training and Mentoring programs.

AHA offers traditional MEP engineering, but we also go further to offer strategic consulting that supports holistic, well-rounded services for our clients. We were founded as a “client first” engineering firm and have grown to become a premier firm.

About the Role

Working under the direction of a Senior Engineer, AHA is seeking a Design Engineer (HVAC) for our Alpharetta, GA office. The successful candidate will prepare engineering design concepts for HVAC building systems for moderately complex assignments. Project types include Corporate, Academic, Science & Technology, Industrial, Mission Critical Civic & Entertainment, Healthcare, Historic Preservation & Adaptive Reuse and Mixed Use.

Design mechanical / HVAC systems, including ductwork, piping, and layout of devices

• Participate, promote, and develop company design production standards

• Make calculations using engineering formulas such as heating and cooling loads and equipment sizing

• Consulting with Lead Engineer, prepare engineering studies and schematic design for new systems and analyze operation of existing systems

• Research equipment selection from catalogs, under direction of Lead Engineer

• Handle multiple projects with efficiency and accuracy

• Receive and follow through with specific or technical instructions

• Participate and contribute to a team effort, exchanging ideas and recommending improvements

• Attend client meetings, as necessary

• Visit sites to perform inspections, as required (15% local travel)

  Position Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelors’ degree (BSME or BSMET) or equivalent technical training/certification

• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical system design

• Understanding and knowledge of applicable codes

• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical concepts

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings

• High degree of analytical skill and ability

• Minimum of three years’ experience at an MEP firm, including internship

• Ability to use Revit at an intermediate level

• Possess general understanding of applicable building codes, consults with engineer regarding building code requirements

• Knowledge of mechanical HVAC systems concepts and design

Position Qualifications (Preferred)

• Five years’ experience in engineering environment or equivalent field of operation

• Engineer-in-training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE)

• Proficient in MS Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills and use of Microsoft Office Teams

Why AHA?

• Work in a smaller, flexible department where you can have immediate impact

• Full benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability on hire date and Domestic Partner coverage

• Paid holidays, vacation/sick time, and parental and medical leave

• Annual 401(k) contribution by the firm

• Employee ESOP Plan

• Transparent “Path to Partnership” Program

• Professional development and tuition / certifications reimbursement

• Many of our employees have been with us for more than 20 years!

• Opportunity to wear a lot of hats and be exposed to different tasks, opportunities, and projects

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules, including early Fridays year-round

  For consideration, please send cover letter with resume to Careers | AHA (aha-engineers.com) (https://www.aha-engineers.com/careers/)

  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO.

  AHA is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

  Immigration notice- AHA does not provide sponsorship.

Staffing Firms Notice – AHA does not accept resumes from staffing firms unless there is a current agreement in place – please refer to AHA website.