Mechanical Engineer - Mid-Career

BL Companies Inc; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 paid holidays + Christmas week paid

PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

BL Companies in Wilmington, NC seeks a Mechanical Engineer with 4–7 years of MEP experience to design, develop, and execute projects from concept to completion. You will collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient, code-compliant mechanical systems.

Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD is required, along with solid communication. The role offers a hybrid work environment and a broad benefits package as BL remains 100% employee-owned.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of MEP engineering experience.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Understanding of federal and state codes governing MEP design.
• Willingness to develop project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop flow diagrams for mechanical systems.
• Perform heat load and static pressure calculations.
• Assist in sizing equipment and ductwork to meet project specifications.
• Assist in designing basic one-line risers and electrical layouts.
• Contribute to lighting and control plans and power feeder determinations.
• Assist in selecting fixtures and components for plumbing systems.
• Contribute to pipe sizing and routing for sanitary, storm, gas, and domestic systems.
• Support fire protection design with risers and sprinkler head locations.

Skills

MEP engineering

Revit

AutoCAD

Communication

Code knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Mid-CareerBL is expanding and seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems to assist in the design, development, and execution of MEP projects from concept through to completion.The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of MEP engineering experience and will support the mechanical aspects of MEP projects, ensuring designs meet industry standards while contributing to high-quality, efficient solutions.In this role, you will work closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams, contributing to project success while developing your skills and expertise.Key ResponsibilitiesMechanical Systems:Assist in the development of flow diagrams for mechanical systemsPerform heat load and static pressure calculationsSupport in sizing equipment and ductwork to meet project specificationsElectrical Systems:Assist in designing basic one-line risersSupport in specifying fire alarm devicesContribute to lighting and control plans, ensuring compliance with design standardsHelp determine power and feeder requirements for mechanical systemsPlumbing Systems:Assist in selecting fixtures and componentsContribute to pipe sizing and routing for sanitary, storm, gas, and domestic systemsEnsure systems have proper venting and service sizingFire Protection:Support in designing risers and planning sprinkler head locations for projectsQualifications:4-7 years of experience in MEP engineeringBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (required)Strong technical skills and willingness to develop project management abilitiesProficiency in Revit and AutoCADExcellent written and verbal communication skillsUnderstanding of federal and state codes governing MEP designBL Companies is 100% employee owned, giving us a competitive edge and a unique distinction from most other companies. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes 6 paid holidays plus the week from Christmas to New Years paid, generous PTO, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. We are an ENR Top 150 firm that provides engineering, architecture, land surveying, and environmental consulting services to the public and private sectors. BL has 18 offices and is expanding.Our employee owners are capable of being successful working in hybrid environments, and we offer opportunities to continue in this setting.