About GHR Engineers & Associates, Inc.
GHR Engineers & Associates, Inc. is a mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection (MEP) consulting firm. Since 1949, we have built our reputation through quality work, integrity, and service.
We design the systems that make buildings functional, sustainable, and safe, working across healthcare, K–12, commercial, municipal, and specialty building types.
We’re a close-knit team of about 20 people. We treat our employees like people with lives and commitments outside the office, and our retention speaks to that. Our team includes people who have been with us from one to thirty years.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities. We benefit from the many perspectives our people bring, and we’re committed to continuing to grow.
About the Role
We are seeking an entry-level Mechanical Designer to join our MEP team. You will design and coordinate HVAC systems across a wide variety of project types, where your contributions are visible and your work gets built.
We’re not a large corporation — you’ll be a meaningful contributor to real projects from the start, not just another hire.
Responsibilities
- Designing HVAC systems for a wide range of building types — heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and related mechanical systems
- Performing load calculations and equipment selection
- Producing construction documents in Revit and AutoCAD
- Editing specifications, reviewing shop drawings, and answering RFIs
- Coordinating with our MEP team across disciplines
- Conducting site surveys and field verification — required 2 to 4 times per month
- Applying and staying current with relevant codes and standards — ASHRAE, IMC, and IECC
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- A talent for spatial and systems thinking
- Comfortable learning new software
- Someone who takes ownership of their work and stays on top of their own workload
- A clear, collaborative communicator
- Genuine interest in building a long-term career in HVAC design
Helpful but Not Required
- Relevant work experience
- Experience with HAP, Trace 700, or similar load calculation software
- EIT certification or progress toward PE licensure
- Proficiency or aptitude in Revit and AutoCAD
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $65,000–$75,000, commensurate with experience
- Year-end bonus: Discretionary, reflecting company performance and individual factors including merit, seniority, and expertise
- Hybrid work schedule, negotiable
- Flexible hours
- Health, dental, & vision insurance
- FSA: Pre-tax dollars for medical & dependent care
- 401(k) with employer match
- PTO: Vacation time that grows with tenure, paid holidays, parental leave
- Professional development: Employees who choose to pursue certifications are reimbursed for exam fees and renewals
Life in Champaign-Urbana
Not local? Champaign-Urbana is a small city with big-city amenities and culture — salaries go a lot further here than they would in a larger market.
- Named one of Livability’s 2024 Best Places to Live in the U.S.
- 2 hours to Chicago & St. Louis but 29% lower cost of living than Chicago
- Nightlife, music, dining, Big Ten sports
- Parks & outdoor spaces, Museums, galleries, & performing arts
- Family-friendly activities and attractions
Application Process
Apply through this posting with:
- Your resume.
- At least two professional references.
- A short note about yourself and why this role interests you.
Hiring Process:
1. Preliminary interview
2. Follow-up interview
3. Contact references
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Champaign, IL 61820
