Engineer III

Newcomb & Boyd, LLP; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity is seeking an Engineer III to lead complex MEP-T system design on medium to large projects. You will oversee design, analysis, and implementation while mentoring junior engineers and representing the firm to clients.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 6+ years in the AEC industry, and licensure preferred (PE, CPD, FPE, RCDD) or equivalent experience. You will work in an office setting with periodic site visits to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, or Communications Engineering.
• Licensure preferred (PE, CPD, FPE, RCDD) or >15 years experience in lieu of license.
• 6+ years of progressive AEC industry experience.
• Expertise in multiple engineering software platforms.
• Strong knowledge of codes, standards, and QA/QC processes.

Responsibilities

• Delegate moderate tasks and guide team members.
• Lead discipline-specific design for medium to large projects with limited Revit use.
• Review and direct complex designs, calculations, and simulations.
• Review complex submittals and shop drawings.
• Respond to complex RFIs.
• Conduct targeted site visits to resolve critical issues.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Participate in project meetings, offering high-level technical input.
• Ensure project delivery meets schedule and budget targets.
• Support workplan development and adjust for scope/schedule changes.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Client-facing

Technical design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, or Communications Engineering

Tools

Engineering software platforms

Job description

Description

Engineer III - Description of Role

Summary

Engineer III is a senior technical leader and project engineer who oversees complex assignments, leads junior engineers, and ensures technical excellence. This role manages the design, analysis, and implementation of MEP-T systems for medium to large projects, serving as the firm's representative to clients for those projects.

Responsibilities

• Delegate moderate tasks and provide guidance to team members.
• Lead discipline-specific design for medium to large projects with limited Revit use.
• Review and direct complex designs, calculations, and simulations.
• Review complex submittals and shop drawings.
• Respond to complex RFIs.
• Conduct targeted site visits to resolve critical issues.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Participate in project meetings, offering high-level technical input.
• Ensure project delivery meets schedule and budget targets.
• Support workplan development and adjust for scope/schedule changes.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, or

Communications Engineering.

• Relevant professional licensure or certification preferred (PE, CPD, FPE, RCDD, etc.). or greater than 15 years of experience in lieu of license.

Experience

• 6+ years of progressive AEC industry experience.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in multiple engineering software platforms.
• Advanced understanding of codes, standards, and QA/QC processes.

Leadership & Management Skills

• Proven ability to mentor and lead junior engineers.
• Skilled at delegating and overseeing technical work.

Communication & Business Skills

• Strong client-facing and presentation skills.
• Effective in leading technical discussions and resolving issues.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Serves as technical advisor and mentor to junior engineers and co-ops. May assign and review work under the direction of the Team Leader.

Work Environment

• Office environment with periodic site visits for technical troubleshooting; adherence to safety protocols required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods, operate office equipment, and occasionally lift/move up to 25 lbs. Site visits may require navigating uneven terrain, ladders, and outdoor conditions.