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Associate Mechanical Engineer
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Supports design, analysis, commissioning, and optimization of custom air handling and environmental control systems for a critical infrastructure protection program, combining mechanical engineering with building automation and controls programming. Requires on-site work and stakeholder coordination.
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Description
U.S. Citizenship Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of War security clearance required.
The position is in-person and not remote.
Toyon is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support a critical infrastructure protection program. In this role, you will work closely with Toyon’s engineering team and client stakeholders, supporting the design, analysis, commissioning, and optimization of custom air handling and environmental control systems. This position combines traditional mechanical engineering with building automation, controls programming, and system integration. Job assignments include a range of office and on-site work to meet with stakeholders and oversee implementation of government-approved initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, Architectural, or related engineering discipline
- 2 or more years of experience with HVAC or mechanical system design (AHUs, ducting, fans, motors, or related systems)
- Understanding of DDC programming, including alarms, trends, sequences of operations, and supervisory control strategies
- Experience leading mechanical design projects through installation, submittals and system startup
Preferred Skills and Certifications
- Familiarity with ASHRAE, ISO, ANSI, or similar mechanical/air quality standards
- Experience with filtration systems or air quality technologies in industrial, commercial or laboratory environments including HEPA/ULPA, activated carbon, UVGI, or other advanced filtration systems
- Experience with specialized air systems (cleanrooms, BSL labs, high-purity manufacturing, or defense applications)
- Professional Engineering license, active or ability to reactivate. Toyon may also offer educational assistance for pursuit of PE license
The annual pay range for the Associate Mechanical Engineer position is $105,000 to $135,000.
The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veterans
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The application window for this posting will remain open until the position is filled.
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