Mechanical Engineer

Insight Global; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global's client in Columbus, OH is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a growing engineering team. You will design mechanical building systems for commercial, data center, and healthcare projects, and own projects from design through construction with collaboration across disciplines.

The role involves creating and modifying construction documents, performing system calculations, and mentoring junior staff as experience grows. On-site travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience in an MEP or consulting engineering environment.
• Hands-on design of HVAC/building systems and construction documents.
• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Ability to travel and work on-site in Columbus, Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop HVAC and mechanical building systems.
• Develop and modify mechanical construction documents, drawings, plans, and specs.
• Create and mark up engineering plans using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform mechanical system calculations and assist with equipment selection.
• Support central plant, chiller, glycol, and related HVAC systems design.

Skills

MEP/consulting experience

HVAC systems design

Cross-discipline collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

A client of Insight Global is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their growing engineering team in Columbus, Ohio. This individual will support the design and development of mechanical building systems for commercial, data center, mission‑critical, healthcare, and other technically complex projects.

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing and modifying mechanical design plans, construction drawings, specifications, calculations, and equipment selections. This is a hands‑on engineering/design position within a consulting environment, with engineers taking ownership of projects and collaborating with clients and other engineering disciplines throughout the design process.

The client is open to engineers across a range of experience levels, from junior‑level candidates through experienced senior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop HVAC and mechanical building systems
• Develop and modify mechanical construction documents, including drawings, plans, and specifications
• Create and mark up engineering/design plans using Revit and AutoCAD
• Perform mechanical system calculations and assist with equipment selection
• Support the design and analysis of central plant, chiller, glycol, and related HVAC systems
• Review mechanical plans, drawings, and project documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Coordinate mechanical designs with electrical, architectural, and other engineering disciplines
• Work directly with clients and project stakeholders to understand project requirements and provide technical solutions
• Support projects through the design and construction phases
• Depending on experience level, provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Previous experience working within an MEP or consulting engineering environment
• Experience developing, designing, or marking up mechanical engineering plans and construction documents
• Hands‑on experience designing HVAC or other mechanical building systems
• Experience with Revit
• Experience with AutoCAD
• Understanding of applicable mechanical/building codes and engineering principles
• Local to or able to work on‑site in Columbus, Ohio
• Ability to travel as needed

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience supporting data center, healthcare, mission‑critical, large commercial, or other technically complex facilities
• Experience designing central plants, chillers, glycol systems, and related HVAC infrastructure
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward obtaining one
• Approximately 7–9+ years of mechanical engineering experience