Hvac Engineer Jobs in Virginia
Hvac Engineer jobs in Virginia are in steady demand, concentrated in commercial construction, federal facilities management, and defense contracting, with openings at every level from entry-level technician engineers through senior systems designers. The heaviest hiring activity is in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton Roads, where firms like SAIC, Leidos, and Jacobs maintain long-standing engineering operations tied to federal campuses and large commercial developments. The most in-demand specialties are energy modeling, building automation systems, and mechanical design for mission-critical facilities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POSITION SUMMARY
A Cooling CE is responsible for installation, commissioning, scheduled and emergency service on Liebert Air products. The Cooling CE is required to establish, promote and maintain excellent rapport with all customers, co-workers, sales representatives and others as appropriate. The Cooling CE is also required to maintain continuous communication with Area/District Offices, and direct manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES
ROLE
- Rely on direction to accomplish goals
- Perform a number of work-related tasks
- Capable of working under direct supervision or independently based upon training
- Maintain certifications per Job requirements
TECHNICAL
- Render on site and phone assistance to customers.
- Communicate with National Technical Support on equipment issues
- Perform work related tasks according to company guidelines for scheduled maintenance
- Implement Field Change Notices according to published guidelines
- Keep current on Safety Bulletins, Safety Field Change Notices, Field Change Notices, and Service Tips
SAFETY
- Operate in a safe manner in accordance with published safety guidelines
- Must wear appropriate PPE as per company guidelines and accordance with job duties
- Adhere to work hours policy guidelines – “14 hours rule”
- Report all work related accidents or injuries within 24 hours to the appropriate personnel.
ADMINISTRATION
- Provide accurate and timely reporting according to company guidelines
- Timecards, expense reports, mileage reports, ticket closure, forms et al.
- Maintain individual inventory in accordance with company policy
- Maintain company property according to company policies
- Vehicle, credit cards, PPE, test equipment, laptop, pager, et al.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
- Provide proper and adequate communication to internal and external customers
- Provide estimated time of arrival to the customer for where applicable
- Complete scheduled maintenance documentation properly and provide to the customer and local office upon completion of each designated assignment
- Strive to provide all customers a “first time fix” for their equipment
- Maintain customer satisfaction rates according to company guidelines
- Attend Customer Meetings as required
PERFORMANCE
- Maximize productivity by combining service opportunities
- Complete all work in an efficient and timely manner
- Capable of making technical and commercial decisions under pressure
- Properly evaluate site and equipment for appropriate billing status
- Maintain productive utilization rate according to company guidelines
- Perform inventory cycle counts according to company guidelines
- Adhere to company dress code and safety regulations
- Meet or exceed on-site response time requirements for each customer
- Understand and comply with company startup/escalation processes and procedures
- Maintain proper and adequate level of internal communications
- Managers, co-workers, Support Services, electronic communications, et al.
- Perform several work-related tasks
- Capable of working under direct supervision or independently based upon training Maintain certifications per Job requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- Required experience (one or more of the following)
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
- HVAC – Certificate Program degree or equivalent experience in the field.
- Six years military experience in a related field
- Equivalent industry experience with EPA refrigerant license
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Interpersonal Skills
- Professional
- Reliable
- Team Player
- Familiarity with electrical / electronic test equipment and fundamentals
- Must be able to read and interpret electrical line diagrams and blueprints
- Working knowledge of OHM’s law and HVAC theory
- Technical skills
- Ability to make basic site evaluation skills to include: environmental temperature, and general operating conditions
- Elementary fix/repair techniques based on directed supervision
- Capable of completing tasks and return unit to full operating conditions based upon directed supervision
- Ability to summarize and report all work related tasks performed
- Strong skill sets:
- Communication skills
- Customer service skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety procedures
- Organizational and planning skills
- Computer skills Mechanical aptitude
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
While performing duties of the above jobs, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or other components; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear and smell. The associate frequently is required to sit and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Frequent driving (car, van, truck). Must be able to consistently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds
- Extreme cold (below 32*)
- Extreme heat (above 100*)
- Noise Level (Medium / High need to shout to be heard)
- Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors)
- Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.) Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)
Notes: Vertiv will make reasonable accommodations whenever necessary for all qualified employees or candidates with disabilities (as defined by applicable law), provided that (1) the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job and (2) such accommodations due not impose an undue hardship.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Travel is required
- Flexible schedules (weekends, evenings, and holidays)
- May have on-call responsibility
- Valid driver’s license
- Must be at least 18 years old
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hvac engineer jobs across Virginia.
- Active Virginia Professional Engineer license or EIT registration with DPOR
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency with HVAC design software such as Carrier HAP, Trane TRACE, or AutoCAD MEP
- Experience with ASHRAE standards and energy codes applicable to Virginia commercial projects
- Familiarity with federal or DoD facility guidelines for Virginia government and defense clients
- Ability to obtain a security clearance for Northern Virginia federal contracting roles
Hvac Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hvac engineer in Virginia?
To work as an hvac engineer in Virginia, you typically earn a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and pursue licensure through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, which oversees the Professional Engineer credential in the state. Most candidates first register as an Engineer in Training after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, then qualify for the PE exam after gaining supervised work experience. Many Virginia employers also value LEED accreditation or ASHRAE certifications for energy and systems work.
Which companies hire hvac engineers in Virginia?
Employers hiring hvac engineers in Virginia right now include CBRE, Vertiv, and Munters, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies and defense contractors in Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads means many of these employers specialize in mission-critical mechanical systems for government facilities.
Which Virginia cities have the most hvac engineer jobs?
Ashburn, Norfolk, and Richmond have the most hvac engineer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia dominates because of its dense cluster of federal agencies, defense contractors, and large commercial real estate development, while Richmond's growth in healthcare and higher education drives steady mechanical engineering demand, and Hampton Roads supports consistent work through naval installations and port-adjacent industrial facilities.
Are there remote hvac engineer jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Hvac engineering is fundamentally a hands-on, site-dependent discipline, so most roles require physical presence for site surveys, commissioning, and construction oversight. About 0% of hvac engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to focus on energy modeling, load calculations, or specification writing rather than active field coordination.
How can I get hired as a hvac engineer in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a junior mechanical engineer or engineering intern role with a Virginia-based MEP consulting firm or a federal contractor in Northern Virginia or Hampton Roads. Firms like Jacobs and large regional MEP practices regularly bring on recent graduates for design support roles. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and earning your Engineer in Training registration through DPOR gives you a meaningful credential edge, and prior experience as an hvac technician or drafter is a strong lateral move into entry-level engineer positions.
Where can I find and apply to hvac engineer jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to hvac engineer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across Northern Virginia, Richmond, Hampton Roads, and other parts of the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.
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