Mechanical Engineering Recruiters in Irvine, CA

What We Look For

K2 Staffing connects Irvine companies with Mechanical Engineers who bring both technical depth and practical application to complex projects. We focus on professionals with experience across HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, manufacturing systems, energy efficiency, and sustainable design. Core competencies include load calculations, equipment selection, 3D modeling, system commissioning, regulatory compliance, and field coordination. Candidates are evaluated for collaboration, adaptability, and problem-solving—ensuring they deliver mechanical systems that are reliable, efficient, and cost-effective.

Recent Placements

Our team has placed Mechanical Engineers on a wide range of Irvine and Orange County projects, including HVAC design for commercial campuses, mechanical systems in hospitals and labs, advanced manufacturing facilities, tenant improvement retrofits, clean rooms, and energy-efficient building upgrades. These placements reflect the region’s need for engineers who can balance technical design, code compliance, sustainability requirements, and system performance while keeping projects on budget and aligned with client expectations.

About

Our Screening Process

Every mechanical engineering candidate is thoroughly vetted before introduction to your organization. Our process includes technical interviews, portfolio and project reviews, software proficiency checks (AutoCAD MEP, SolidWorks, Revit, EnergyPlus), reference verification with past firms and owners, and a history of safety and QA/QC compliance. We match candidate expertise with your delivery model—design-bid-build, design-build, EPC, or in-house engineering—so you only meet engineers who fit your project delivery method and operational standards.

Flexible Hiring Options

We tailor engagement models to your pipeline and margins:

Contract Staffing

Fill immediate gaps for peak workloads or specific phases.

Contract-to-Hire

Validate cultural and technical fit before extending a permanent offer.

Direct Hire

Quickly secure proven CPMs for long-term leadership roles.

Request Candidates

Need a Mechanical Engineer for an upcoming system design, facility upgrade, or active project? K2 Staffing delivers pre-qualified engineers ready to handle calculations, modeling, coordination, and commissioning. Share your project scope and schedule—our team will quickly provide candidates who keep your Irvine projects moving forward.