Mechanical Project Designer | Columbia, SC

IMEG; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Job summary

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Project Designer in Columbia, SC to support the planning, design, and delivery of mechanical building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clients and teams, design documentation, budgeting, scheduling, quality control, and construction administration.

Candidates should have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 5–6 years' experience or an allied degree with 9–10 years, and be prepared to travel up to 15%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5–6 years of experience.
• Technical analysis capability and strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with design software and BIM workflows.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to work with clients and project teams.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mechanical building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Prepare and coordinate design documents (drawings, specifications, and supporting calculations).
• Select and evaluate equipment and system solutions appropriate to project scope.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines and external partners for integrated delivery.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders for requirements gathering and design development.
• Support budgeting, scheduling, and work planning to meet deliverables.
• Perform quality control checks and coordinate document reviews.
• Provide construction administration support, including RFIs/submittals.
• Conduct site observations and document findings.
• Mentor/train team members and provide day-to-day technical support.

Skills

Technical analysis

Communication skills

Mentoring ability

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate degree and BIM certificate

Tools

BIM workflows

Design software

Job description

Mechanical Project Designer | Columbia, SC

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Project Designer in Columbia, SC, to support the planning, design, and delivery of mechanical building systems. In this role, you’ll contribute to HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system design and analysis while coordinating with clients and internal teams to deliver code-compliant solutions. You’ll also support project planning efforts—including budgeting, scheduling, quality control, and construction administration—as needed.

Principal Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mechanical building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection
• Prepare and coordinate design documents (drawings, specifications, and supporting calculations) in alignment with project requirements and applicable codes
• Select and evaluate equipment and system solutions appropriate to the project scope and performance goals
• Coordinate with internal disciplines and external partners to support integrated project delivery
• Communicate with clients and project stakeholders to support requirements gathering, design development, and issue resolution
• Support project planning activities such as budgeting, scheduling, and work planning to help meet project deliverables
• Perform quality control checks and support review/coordination of documents prior to issue
• Provide construction administration support, including responses to RFIs/submittals and incorporation of design revisions
• Conduct site observations as required and document field findings and follow-up actions
• Assist with mentoring/training and day-to-day technical support for project team members, as applicable

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5–6 years of experience; OR an associate degree and/or BIM certificate with 9–10 years of experience
• Technical analysis capability and strong attention to detail
• Proficiency with design software and BIM workflows
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with clients and project teams
• Ability to mentor/support others as needed
• Ability to travel up to 15%
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Why Join Us

IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement.

As a people-centered engineering firm we know IMEG’s brand is centered around the technical skills of our people. We are 100% employee-owned and we value the collective abilities, expertise, and continuity of our team members. We understand the importance of an engaged culture and the power of teamwork. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement, and the ability to develop a niche specialty. We also believe in committing to the same sustainability ideals we encourage for our clients – a practice of reduce, reuse, and recycle. We are IMEG.

Mechanical Team Highlights

• IMEG’s mechanical engineers design HVAC systems, central plants, building automation and controls, and energy recovery solutions.
• The mechanical team supports occupant comfort, superior indoor air quality, and reduced energy consumption through lifecycle analysis, rapid energy modeling, and sustainable design practices.
• IMEG’s mechanical designs aim to “reach beyond the status quo” to deliver innovative, high-performance systems.
• IMEG’s team has earned multiple international ASHRAE Technology Awards for energy‑efficient HVAC designs.

Locations available

Columbia, SC

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement.
• 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 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 antidiscrimination 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. All applicants have the right to request access, correction, and deletion of their personal information from our system. In order to make a request, please email [e-mail].