Mechanical Project Engineer

Epstein Architecture, Engineering and Construction; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Flexible benefit plans

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

401(k) and ESOP

Half-day Fridays

Hybrid work schedule

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional license reimbursement

Industry association reimbursement

Internal training programs

Leadership development programs

Job summary

Epstein Architecture, Engineering and Construction seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead MEP activities from planning through completion. You will manage engineering design, coordinate document changes, and support client engagement to deliver integrated HVAC solutions for commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities.

The ideal candidate brings project management experience, the ability to lead design teams, and knowledge of relevant codes and standards.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of project experience within a consulting engineering firm.
• MEP project management experience.
• Experience designing commercial and industrial HVAC systems, including HVAC load calculations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering design teams and coordinate project deliverables.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary coordination throughout the design process.
• Thorough knowledge of the International Mechanical Code, Chicago Mechanical Code, and ASHRAE design standards.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• LEED Accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and integrate engineering activities throughout the life of a project to ensure successful delivery.
• Oversee development of engineering designs and coordinate changes to project documents and specifications.
• Support client engagement and coordinate with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Design HVAC systems for various facilities while collaborating with the project team.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

HVAC systems design

Interdisciplinary coordination

Revit

TRACE/Trane

Trace 3D

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer (preferred)

LEED Accreditation (preferred)

Tools

Revit

Trane/TRACE

Trace 3D

MS Office Suite

Job description

Location: Chicago, IL | Hybrid Work Schedule

Overview

Epstein is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our MEP engineering team. The Mechanical Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, coordination, and integration of engineering activities throughout the life of a project to ensure successful project delivery. This role oversees the development of engineering designs, coordinates changes to project documents and specifications, and supports client engagement.

The ideal candidate is a fully competent engineer with demonstrated project management experience and the ability to lead design teams. This individual will design HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, education, hospitality, government, residential, retail, and industrial facilities while coordinating closely with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions. Strong industrial project experience is a plus.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred
• 6–10 years of successful project experience within a consulting engineering firm
• MEP project management experience
• Experience designing commercial and industrial HVAC systems, including HVAC load calculations
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering design teams and coordinate project deliverables
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary coordination throughout the design process
• Thorough knowledge of the International Mechanical Code, Chicago Mechanical Code, and ASHRAE design standards
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• LEED Accreditation preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of Revit and discipline-specific software such as Trane/TRACE and Trace 3D

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident insurance
• Flexible benefit plans
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental leave

To help secure our employees' financial future, we offer both a 401(k) plan and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

We Also Support a Healthy Work-life Balance Through

• Half-day Fridays
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid work schedule
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Additionally, We Encourage Professional Growth Through

• Professional license reimbursement
• Industry association reimbursement
• Internal training programs
• Leadership development programs

Compensation

Individual compensation is determined by several factors, including education, experience, training, qualifications, skill sets, licensure/certifications, and location. Employees are also eligible for discretionary annual bonuses based on both company and individual performance.

The salary range for this position is $110,000–$130,000 annually.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Epstein is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide fair and equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, genetics, gender identity, transgender status, or other non-merit factors. Epstein hires and promotes individuals solely based on their qualifications. Epstein is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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