Mechanical Engineer - PE

Orion Placement; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A resources placement firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop HVAC and mechanical systems for commercial and industrial facilities in Knoxville, TN. The ideal candidate will have an active Mechanical Engineering PE license and 4+ years of experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000, along with comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance for qualified candidates. Join a stable, employee-owned firm with a collaborative culture and meaningful projects.

Qualifications

• Active Mechanical Engineering PE license is required.
• 4+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems for facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for commercial and industrial facilities.
• Develop HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering PE license

HVAC design

Mechanical systems design

Collaborative teamwork

Engineering design software

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Pay

$100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a stable, employee‑owned engineering firm with 30+ years of success
• Work on practical, real‑world mechanical designs that directly impact facility operations
• High‑visibility role with long‑term upside through ESOP ownership
• Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and career stability
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

Location

On‑site position based in Knoxville, Tennessee, working closely with in‑house multidisciplinary design teams. Relocation support is available.

Note

This role requires an active Mechanical Engineering Professional Engineer (PE) license.

About Our Client

Our client is a full‑service, employee‑owned engineering firm providing mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural design services. With decades of experience across the southeastern U.S., they are known for efficient, cost‑effective solutions, strong communication, and long‑term client partnerships.

Job Description

• Design mechanical systems for commercial and industrial facilities
• Develop HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure solutions tailored to client operations
• Prepare calculations, layouts, and construction documentation
• Coordinate with electrical, structural, and architectural engineering teams
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and best practices
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and constructability
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff as needed
• Support projects from concept through construction documentation

Qualifications

• Active Mechanical Engineering PE license
• 4+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience
• Experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems for facilities
• Strong understanding of applicable mechanical codes and standards
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Experience with engineering design software (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar)

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Employee‑owned ESOP company with a true ownership culture
• Collaborative, team‑oriented engineering environment
• Long‑term stability without large‑firm bureaucracy
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Meaningful projects with visible impact

JPC-581

Job Type: Full‑time

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance