Mechanical Project Designer | Charlotte, NC

IMEG Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Profit sharing

PE exam support

Dress for Your Day

Job summary

IMEG Corporation in Charlotte, NC seeks a Mechanical Project Designer to lead design efforts for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems. You will manage projects or lead engineering tasks, collaborating with senior staff on larger jobs and ensuring solutions meet client needs and IMEG standards. Responsibilities include detailed designs, client communications, budgeting, and scheduling.

Strong knowledge of thermodynamics and BIM is expected. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years in building design; 4 preferred.
• Associates/BIM cert with 7+ years; 8 preferred.
• Strong thermo/fluid mechanics knowledge for mechanical design.
• Proficiency in BIM and engineering software.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design analyses.
• Create designs, specs, and calculations to codes and IMEG standards.
• Gather requirements from clients and maintain relationships.
• Lead project planning, budgeting, and scheduling within teams.
• Document design decisions and monitor progress (percent complete, fees).
• Analyze problems with senior staff to develop practical solutions.
• Provide in‑process reviews of designs and specs.
• Implement IMEG quality control across designs.
• Stay current with industry trends and innovations.
• Prioritize safety in engineering work.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, PMs for integrated solutions.
• Identify risks and oversee from bidding to construction.

Skills

HVAC design

Project management

Client communication

Mentoring

Engineering software

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering

3+ years in building design

Associates BIM/Engineering

7+ years in building design

Tools

HVAC load software

BIM software

MS Office

Job description

Job Overview

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Project Designer in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, you will lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for low to moderate complexity projects and collaborate with senior staff on larger, high complexity work, providing engineering solutions and advice to clients. This position focuses on the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for the vertical building industry.

At a Glance

Location: Charlotte, NC

Discipline: Mechanical

Markets: Housing and multifamily; Commercial and retail

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 10%

Work Schedule: Full‑time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for the analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations to code requirements and IMEG standards using engineering software and tools.
• Interact with clients to gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build and maintain client relationships.
• Support consulting projects as part of a project team, leading project planning, budgeting, and scheduling tasks to meet deadlines and objectives.
• Document design decisions and client instructions while monitoring design progress related to percent complete and fee expended.
• Analyze engineering problems and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical and efficient solutions.
• Provide in‑process design reviews of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system designs, calculations, and specifications.
• Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work and identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.
• Identify potential project problems, seek advice from the Project Manager, and oversee projects through bidding and construction administration phase.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required.
• 3 years of experience minimum required, 4 preferred, in the building design consulting industry.

or

• Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred.
• 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications.
• Strong technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics relating to mechanical design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff.
• Proficiency 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 adapt to new challenges.
• Proficiency in the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups.
• Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays.

Preferred

• Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) certification preferred.

Benefits

• Employee ownership (ESOP) with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year‑end profit sharing.
• 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.
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE.
• Dress for Your Day and Responsible Time Off (RTO) for eligible senior roles.
• Medical, dental, and vision with preventive care at 100%, plus a $50/month wellness credit and Calm subscription.
• A year‑round Employee Recognition Committee that builds culture at every office.
• MEG: our AI‑powered assistant that helps you find information, access project and people data, and navigate workflows fast.

Legal Notice

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, 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 including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran's status, political affiliation, non‑merit‑based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with anti‑discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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