Mechanical Engineer III

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III in Raleigh, NC, responsible for design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems for commercial and government facilities. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in mechanical system design and hold a Professional Engineer (PE) license. This in-office role offers a flexible work schedule while prioritizing a healthy work-life balance. Applicants should exhibit strong communication skills and technical expertise across mechanical engineering domains.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical engineering experience designing HVAC systems for buildings.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required.
• Active membership in NSPE, ASHRAE, or related organizations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for buildings including HVAC, plumbing, and piping.
• Coordinate with design team members to integrate mechanical design with other disciplines.
• Prepare project deliverables and provide support during bidding and construction phases.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Work planning

Ability to work productively in a team environment

Understanding of applicable codes and standards

Revit and 3D modeling

Load calculation software (Trane Trace 700 or IES)

Microsoft product suite (Excel, Word, Teams, Powerpoint)

Construction Document creation and organization

Division 22 and 23 specification writing

HVAC controls

Understanding of the construction process

Understanding of Architectural, Structural, and Electrical design

Understanding of sustainable design practices

Ability to present to groups

Commitment to continuing education

Commitment to helping others grow

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Architectural Engineering (Mechanical focus)

Architectural Engineering Technology (Mechanical focus)

Job description

Mechanical Engineer III – Raleigh, NC.

Position Summary

Clark Nexsen is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III who will be responsible for design, engineering, analysis, equipment selection, and system layout of HVAC, plumbing, piping, and related mechanical building systems for Commercial and Government facilities. The successful candidate will have 5+ years of verifiable experience in the design of mechanical systems for buildings. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in at least one state is required. This is an in‑office position.

General Responsibilities

• Perform various aspects of mechanical engineering design as directed by more experienced engineers or designers, including conceptual studies, program requirements, design analysis, calculations, equipment selection and layout, and system selection and layout for building design, upgrades, and retrofits.
• Meet with and present to clients.
• Coordinate with design team members to ensure that mechanical design elements integrate properly with all other disciplines represented on the project.
• Comply with the firm's quality control policies and procedures.
• Learn and implement department and company standards.
• Prepare project programming, schematic, design development, and construction document deliverables.
• Provide support services during the bidding process, i.e., prepare addenda and amendments, open bids, tabulate bids.
• Provide construction phase services including representing the firm on‑site, answering requests for information, reviewing shop drawings, preparing record drawings.
• Coordinate with building commissioning professionals as required.
• Work with, respond to, and take direction from senior engineers, project managers, managing principals, and operations directors.

Required Skills

• Oral and written communication
• Work planning
• Ability to work productively in a team environment
• Understanding of applicable codes and standards
• Revit and 3D modeling and coordination of building systems
• Load calculation software such as Trane Trace 700 or IES
• Microsoft product suite (Excel, Word, Teams, Powerpoint)
• Construction Document creation and organization
• Division 22 and 23 specification writing
• HVAC controls
• Understanding of the construction process
• Understanding of Architectural, Structural, and Electrical design for coordination purposes
• Understanding of sustainable design practices and documentation procedures
• Ability to present to groups
• Commitment to continuing education and skill growth
• Commitment to helping with the growth of less experienced teammates

Required Experience

• Must have graduated from an ABET-accredited 4-, 5-, or 6-year engineering program in one of the following disciplines:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • Architectural Engineering (Mechanical engineering focus)
  • Architectural Engineering Technology (Mechanical engineering focus)
• Professional Engineer licensure is required
• Active membership in NSPE, ASHRAE, ASPE or other related professional organizations is desirable
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience designing HVAC systems for buildings

Working Conditions

At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid work schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk‑based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.