Mechanical Project Designer | Charlotte, NC

IMEG; Charlotte (NC); On-site; CAD 118,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP Ownership

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

IMEG, a 100% employee-owned engineering firm, seeks a Mechanical Project Designer in Charlotte, NC. You will lead design efforts for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, working with cross-functional teams on housing, multifamily, commercial, and retail projects.

You’ll mentor staff, manage budgets, and ensure quality while advancing energy-efficient design aligned with IMEG standards. The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, architects, and project managers, with travel up to

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years, preferably 4, in commercial building design consulting.
• Proficiency with HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design principles.
• Experience in BIM and building information modeling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Create detailed designs, specs, and calculations per IMEG standards.
• Interact with clients to gather requirements and maintain relationships.
• Manage project planning, budgeting, and scheduling with the team.
• Document decisions and monitor progress, percent complete, and fees.
• Provide in-process design reviews and ensure quality standards.

Skills

HVAC design

BIM software

Mentoring staff

Client communication

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Travel up to 10%

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Assoc degree or BIM certificate

Tools

HVAC load calculation software

BIM software

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

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

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. You will work within project budgets, train and mentor staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support work in housing and multifamily, commercial, and retail markets 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 10%

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What You’ll Bring

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required
• 3 years of experience minimum required, 4 preferred, in commercial 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 commercial 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

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.
• Recent work includes 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

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member shares in that mission as an owner.

• 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

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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