Mechanical Engineering New Graduate | Charlotte, NC

IMEG Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Mentor program

IDEA Program

MEG AI platform

Dress for Your Day

Generous PTO

Job summary

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Engineering New Graduate in Charlotte, NC. This entry-level role provides hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with opportunities to grow from day one.

You will assist with mechanical systems for the vertical building industry while supporting project planning, documentation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. This role emphasizes high-performance, energy-efficient design and professional development.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) is required.
• Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics relevant to building systems.
• Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing and fire protection design within building projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and analyzing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems to meet code and IMEG standards.
• Interact with clients to understand needs and gather project requirements.
• Support project execution as part of a project team and monitor design progress.
• Document design decisions and client instructions while coordinating with senior engineers.
• Stay current with industry trends and contribute to innovation efforts.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Fire protection design

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Fluid mechanics

BIM

MS Office

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HVAC load calculation software

BIM software

Job description

Mechanical Engineering New Graduate | Charlotte, NC

100% Employee-Owned * Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

This posting is for December 2026 New Graduate opportunities. IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Engineering New Graduate in Charlotte, NC. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with opportunities to grow your expertise from day one.

You will assist with mechanical systems for the vertical building industry while supporting project planning, documentation, quality control, safety, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The work supports housing, multifamily, commercial, and retail projects while advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

Location: Charlotte, NC

Discipline: Mechanical

Markets: Housing and multifamily; Commercial and retail

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 5%

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Assist in designing and analyzing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, using engineering software and tools to develop designs, specifications, and calculations that meet code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Interact with clients to understand needs, gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build professional relationships.
• Support the execution of consulting projects as part of a project team.
• Assist with project planning and scheduling to meet project deadlines and objectives.
• Document design decisions and client instructions while monitoring design progress.
• Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical, efficient solutions.
• Participate in IMEG quality control processes to help ensure designs and solutions meet IMEG, industry, and client requirements.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and mechanical engineering best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts.
• Prioritize safety and help identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.

What You'll Bring

Required Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics as it relates to mechanical systems design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings
• Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools including HVAC load calculation software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges
• Basic knowledge in the use of BIM software.
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays

Preferred

• Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred

About the Team

• Design MEP systems for high-profile commercial, mixed-use, multifamily, retail, hospitality, and restaurant projects throughout the Southeast.
• Work on complex developments involving residential and office space above retail, structured parking, specialty lighting, restaurant exhaust, and flexible tenant systems.
• Recent work includes The Collection at Forsyth: Provided engineering design for a 493,500-square-foot shopping center, including retail and office shell spaces, site lighting and photometrics, and flexible plumbing utilities to accommodate future tenants., Commercial; and OpenTap: Provided engineering design for a 6,000-square-foot, ground-up self-pour bar in South Charlotte featuring indoor-outdoor gathering spaces, specialty lighting, a treehouse mezzanine, and a large patio., Avalon | Alpharetta, GA: Delivered MEP engineering for a large mixed-use development with 500,000 square feet of retail, residential and office space, restaurants, parking structures, and standalone buildings, requiring complex utility coordination, rooftop HVAC integration, restaurant exhaust planning, and flexible systems for future tenants.

Why IMEG

• Consultancy 101: our structured development program that builds your consulting and technical foundation from day one

• An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one

• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology

• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

• Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing

• PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE

• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)

• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription

Bring Your Career to IMEG

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard torace, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information(including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions includinglactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran'sstatus, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibitsdiscrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws andregulations.

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