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Mechanical Engineer

Ashburn, VAOnsiteFull Time$125,000–$165,000 /yrPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • US Citizenship Required
  • in-person
  • mechanical engineer
  • critical infrastructure protection
  • commissioning
  • optimization
  • air handling systems
  • environmental control systems
  • controls programming
  • system integration

Nice to have

  • ASHRAE
  • ISO
  • ANSI
  • mechanical standards
  • air quality standards
  • filtration systems

Role summary

Toyon is seeking an in-person Mechanical Engineer to support a critical infrastructure protection program. The role involves designing, analyzing, commissioning, and optimizing custom air handling and environmental control systems, integrating traditional mechanical engineering with building automation and controls programming. Responsibilities include office and on-site work to engage with stakeholders and oversee initiative implementation. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related engineering discipline, 5+ years of HVAC or mechanical system design experience, understanding of DDC programming, and experience leading mechanical design projects through installation and startup. US Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance are mandatory.

Description

U.S. Citizenship Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense 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
  • 5 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.

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

  • Competitive Industry Pay
  • 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
  • HSA with Employer Contributions
  • Dental and Vision Coverage Options
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation and Sick leave
  • Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Mechanical Engineer position is $125,000 to $165,000.

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. 

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