Mechanical Project Engineer | Charlotte, NC

IMEG; Charlotte Amalie West (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Wellness credit

License exam support

AI-powered work assistant

Flexible PTO

Job summary

IMEG in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design for mid-to-large projects. You will manage design teams, coordinate with clients, and ensure compliance with code and IMEG standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration across engineering disciplines and a hands-on approach to project execution. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering, a PE license, and 5–6 years in building design consulting.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 5 years minimum experience in building design consulting, 6 preferred
• Proficiency with design techniques, tools, and concepts for technical plans and specs
• Strong technical/analytical skills in thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics
• Mentoring/training skills
• Proficiency with industry standard engineering software including HVAC load tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Team collaboration and travel up to 15%

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations to code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Gather project requirements from clients and communicate technical info clearly.
• Lead project planning, budgeting, and scheduling to meet deadlines.
• Document client decisions and monitor project progress and fees.
• Analyze engineering problems and develop practical solutions with senior staff.
• Provide in-process design reviews and enforce IMEG quality controls.
• Stay current on industry trends and contribute to R&D and innovation.
• Prioritize safety in all engineering work and identify risks.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and PMs to deliver integrated solutions.
• Identify potential problems and escalate to PM as needed.
• Oversee projects through bidding and construction administration phases.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Fire protection design

Project management

Client communication

Engineering software

BIM

MS Office

Mentoring

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering

PE License

Tools

BIM software

HVAC load calculation software

MS Office Suite

Job description

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Project Engineer in Charlotte, NC. 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 the delivery of larger and high complexity projects. You will work closely with a team of engineers and consultants to provide engineering solutions and advice to clients across the vertical building industry.

This role includes engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems. You will work within project budgets, train and mentor and supervise team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. Our teams work is centered on housing and multifamily, commercial, and retail projects, advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

100% Employee-Owned

Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

Location: Charlotte, NC

Discipline: Mechanical

Markets: Housing and multifamily; Commercial and retail

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 15%

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Lead design efforts for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations to code requirements and IMEG standards using engineering software and tools.
• Work with clients to gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build professional relationships.
• Support consulting project execution by leading project planning, budgeting, and scheduling tasks to meet deadlines and objectives.
• Document client decisions and instructions while monitoring 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 designs, calculations, and specifications, and implement IMEG quality control processes.
• 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 and seek advice from the Project Manager.
• Oversee projects through bidding and construction administration phase.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 5 years of experience minimum required, 6 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• 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
• Strong training and mentoring skills
• 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 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 15% with occasional overnight stays

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

• 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.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

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