P2S stands as a provider of professional engineering services to a broad range of markets, including higher education, healthcare, ports/harbors, industrial, entertainment, commercial, laboratories, municipal, and federal sectors. Our specialties include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology integration. Our offered services range from engineering and commissioning to construction management. With over 300 dedicated employees, P2S is an internationally recognized leader in many of the key markets we serve. We provide a blend of innovation and technical excellence in delivering green solutions that enhance and sustain the built, natural, and social environments. Currently, we have offices in Long Beach, Seattle, Irvine, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Jose. Are you a Mechanical Engineer with 5-10 years of experience looking to grow your career? P2S is an award-winning engineering firm that has been named a "Best Place to Work" for the past 15 years. Employment Type: Full-time Hybrid Schedule: 3 days In-office / 2 Remote Salary Range: $104,000 - $140,000 (dependent on experience) Level: Mid Office: Seattle, WA, Long Beach, CA, Sacramento, CA, Irvine, CA Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer specializing in HVAC system design to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in the design and coordination of HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. This position involves leading mechanical design efforts, managing projects from concept through construction, and collaborating closely with architects, owners, and other engineering disciplines to deliver high-quality, coordinated designs. Key Responsibilities • Lead and perform HVAC system design, including load calculations, equipment selection, and ductwork/hydronic system layout. • Prepare and review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation in accordance with project and code requirements. • Coordinate designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and plumbing disciplines to ensure fully integrated building systems. • Conduct field surveys, evaluate existing mechanical systems, and develop retrofit or upgrade solutions. • Support project development from concept design through construction administration, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals. • Collaborate with clients and project managers to define scope, schedule, and budgets for mechanical portions of projects. • Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and quality assurance reviews. • Stay current with applicable building codes and industry standards. • Participate in internal design reviews, QA/QC processes, and project closeout documentation. Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 12 months (preferred). • 5-10 years of progressively responsible experience in HVAC design within a consulting engineering or design-build environment. • Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and HVAC load calculation software (e.g., Carrier HAP, Trane TRACE). • Strong understanding of HVAC system types (VAV, DOAS, hydronic systems, chilled/hot water plants, VRF, etc.). • Familiarity with energy modeling, sustainability, and LEED/ASHRAE 90.1 compliance (preferred). • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to lead technical discussions with clients and project teams. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment. Additional Preferred Skills • Experience with healthcare, laboratory, higher education, or mission-critical facilities. • Knowledge of specification writing and Division 23 standards. • Basic understanding of building automation systems and controls integration. • Field experience with commissioning or construction administration. #LI-CC1 #LI-Hybrid What sets P2S apart? For 15 years in a row, P2S has been regarded as a “Best Place to Work” by our employees. Why? Because we value satisfied employees just as much as satisfied clients. With competitive benefits, flexible work schedules, paid training/professional memberships, and more. - we aim to attract the best talent and keep them here Learn more about what it means to work at P2S: https://www.p2sinc.com/join P2S is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. About Legence Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients. Benefits Upon eligibility, some of the benefits offered include- • 13 Observed Company paid holidays a year • Medical, Dental, Vision Plans • Employer-paid Group Life Insurance • Supplemental Insurance Plans such as: Accident, Critical Illness, and Pet Insurance • Tuition & Training Assistance • 401(k) program offers immediate vesting and employer match is 100%, not exceeding 4% of employee compensation Reasonable Accommodations If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number. Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence. Pay Disclosure & Considerations Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. EEO is the Law
See More Details >>At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world's first commercial space station when it launches into low-Earth orbit in 2026. It is part of our stepping stone approach to continuous human presence in LEO. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us. Vast is looking for a Mechanical Engineer, Interiors, reporting to the Manager, Structures Design, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location. As an Interior Mechanical Engineer on our Structures team, you'll design, engineer, test, and produce soft goods (textiles, closeouts, cargo packaging and restraint systems, upholstery, coverings, bedding, etc.) for human occupied modules. You will work closely with industrial designers, human factors, structural, and structural engineering to ensure these components are safe, comfortable, durable, manufacturable, and compatible with space habitat constraints.You will own major subsystem deliverables, from early concept through qualification, ensuring that materials and designs meet performance, safety, weight, volume, and maintainability requirements. You will need to balance competing constraints (mass, reliability, serviceability, safety, cost, manufacturability) under deep uncertainty and tight schedules. Responsibilities: • Work cross functionally to define requirements for interior subsystems according to habitat architecture and crew use. • Work with the design team to select and validate materials: textiles, foams, fabrics, coatings, insulation, etc., considering off‑gassing, flame resistance, thermal cycling, wear, cleaning/sterilization, etc. • Create and iterate designs: sketching, CAD, prototyping, physical mockups, build fabrication, lab testing. • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure integration: attachment details, interfaces, anchoring, interfaces with rigid structures, loads in dynamic and static cases. • Develop test plans, test fixtures, qualification test campaigns, and perform or oversee testing (mechanical loads, fatigue, abrasion, environmental exposure). • Work with suppliers and manufacturing to translate designs into manufacturable products, specify tolerances, quality assurance, inspections. • Document design decisions, analysis, drawings, specifications; maintain material tracker. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline. • Relevant mechanical design engineering project experience on a university or professional level • 2+ years experience with CAD and FEA software packages. • Engineering fundamentals in problem solving & strong hands-on skills. • Excellent communication skills; ability to synthesize inputs across teams (industrial design, human factors, structural, safety, manufacturing). • Comfort working in ambiguity; ability to move fast, take ownership, and deliver under tight schedule constraints. Preferred Skills & Experience: • 3‑5 years of engineering experience with soft goods, textiles, or fabric structures — ideally in aerospace, vehicle interiors, safety equipment. • Knowledge of soft good manufacturing processes (upholstery, coating, laminates, bonding, sewing, foam routing). • Experience with environmental qualification (structural, thermal cycling, radiation, UV). Additional Requirements: • Ability to travel (supplier / vendor visits) occasionally (< 10‑15%) and willingness to support hands‑on build / installation / field test as needed. Pay Range: • Mechanical Engineer II: $110,000 - $142,100 • Senior Mechanical Engineer: $135,800 - $176,400 COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees. U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
See More Details >>Vast is looking for a Mechanical Engineer reporting to Manager, Structures Design, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The Structures and Dynamics team covers a wide range of components and responsibilities: from the primary pressure hull, to MMOD shielding, engineered soft goods, and establishing design loads and factors, as well as supporting other teams' design needs across the company. This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach, CA location. Responsibilities: • Own design of primary and secondary structures on a large scale space station. • Develop understanding of static and dynamic loads, vibrations, thermal and other environmental considerations to drive design decisions. • Perform mechanical design and analysis, develop manufacturing drawings, test plans, concept of operations, and follow hardware through the entire process. • Lead trades and own interfaces with sub systems. • Work with fabricators and technicians to improve designs, develop processes, and resolve issues Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, civil engineering, physics, or math. • 2+ years experience with CAD and FEA software packages. • 2+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical components or systems. Preferred Skills & Experience: • Design of structures and components for a high-performance vehicle or spacecraft. • Proactive problem-solving skills such as failure analysis and root cause investigation. • Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. • Design work in recent versions of NX, Teamcenter. • Analysis work in recent versions of Ansys, Femap/Nastran, Abaqus. • Experience with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5). • Familiarity with spacecraft specifications such as SMC-S-016, NASA-STD-5001. Pay Range: • Mechanical Engineer I: $80,000 - $110,000 • Mechanical Engineer II: $100,000 - $142,100 • Senior Mechanical Engineer: $135,800 - $176,400
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining practical experience with structured learning over a period of about four to five years. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports over 3 million mechanical trades professionals nationwide, and ongoing demand driven by sectors such as manufacturing and construction in Long Beach, CA. The average weekly wage for a mechanical trade worker in Long Beach, CA hovers around $1,800, offering an annual earning potential surpassing $94,000 for experienced professionals. Programs through vocational schools, unions, and platforms like Apprenticeship.gov can guide aspiring mechanical trades professionals, leading to a fulfilling career with robust financial rewards.
