Mechanical Project Engineer - Commercial Interiors | Denver, CO

IMEG Corporation; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Dress for Your Day

Generous paid time off

Job summary

IMEG Corporation seeks a Mechanical Project Engineer for Greenwood Village, CO, to lead MEP design for commercial interiors and tenant improvements. You’ll mentor junior staff, coordinate with clients, and ensure design quality across HVAC, piping, and fire protection systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration with architects and PMs, adherence to IMEG standards, and ongoing professional development in high-performance, energy-efficient design.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering is required and PE license is required
• 2+ years of experience, 4+ preferred, in building design consulting with a commercial interiors focus
• Strong design, analytical, and communication skills; ability to mentor staff

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design for commercial interiors and tenant improvements
• Develop designs, specifications, and calculations per code and IMEG standards
• Coordinate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to meet project goals
• perform design reviews and monitor progress with PMs to manage time and budget
• Maintain high quality and safety standards across projects

Skills

HVAC design

Piping design

Fire protection design

Mentoring

Communication

Team collaboration

Code compliance

Revit knowledge

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

Revit

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

IES

ComC check

eSPECS

NFPA Link/MadCAD

MS Office

Bluebeam/Revue

Job description

Mechanical Project Engineer - Commercial Interiors | Greenwood Village, CO

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

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Project Engineer in Greenwood Village, CO, to lead design efforts with commercial interiors for low to moderate complexity projects and support larger, high-complexity work with senior staff. This role focuses on the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry, within the commercial interiors market.

You will support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, quality reviews, client coordination, and mentoring while working with multidisciplinary teams to meet project goals and client expectations. Aligned with a team active in commercial-focused MEP work, repeat tenant improvement programs, and broader mixed-use efforts, this role helps advance high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

Location: Greenwood Village, CO

Discipline: Mechanical

Markets: Commercial; MEP

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 20%

Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Lead design efforts for the analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems in support of commercial interiors and tenant improvement projects.

• Lead design efforts for the analysis of mechanical systems, creating designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools according to code requirements and IMEG standards.

• Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards.

• Partner with clients to understand project needs, gather requirements, communicate technical information effectively, and maintain strong professional relationships.

• Support the execution of consulting projects while leading project planning, budgeting, and scheduling tasks to meet deadlines and objectives.

• Document design decisions and client instructions, and monitor design progress related to percent complete and fee expended.

• Analyze engineering problems and develop practical and efficient solutions in collaboration with senior engineers and consultants.

• Perform in-process design reviews of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system designs, calculations, and specifications.

• Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements.

• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and mechanical engineering best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG.

• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work by identifying and mitigating 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

Required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required

• Professional Engineer (PE) License required

• 2 years of experience minimum required, 4 preferred, in the building design consulting industry with previous experience in the commercial interiors market sector

Skills and 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 such as Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, IES or other; and energy compliance software such as ComC check.

• 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

• Proficient with the use of reference material resources such as NFPA Link, TechStreet, and/or MadCAD

• Knowledge of Master Specification editing and software such as eSPECS

• Knowledge of Revit BIM software, CTC Revit Add In Tools and other smart tools within Revit for mechanical calculations, coordination, properties, etc.

• Proficient with Adobe or Bluebeam Revue

• 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

About the Team

• High-volume execution team for repeat tenant improvement programs and prototype deployment, with secondary strength in data centers, resort and hospitality, civic, and larger mixed-use and sports developments.

• National rollout and prototype tenant improvement work supports repeat program delivery across multiple clients and locations.

• Repeat assignments include brands such as Door Dash, DashMart, Edward Jones, The UPS Store, DoorDash, T-Mobile, and NVI/America's Best.

• Additionally, unique one-off commercial interior projects for specialty clients.

Why IMEG

• Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, 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

• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)

• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription

• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

Applications will be accepted through 10/8/26. The application deadline may be extended if the position remains unfilled.

State of Colorado Salary Range: $98,000-$131,000 per year

The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location.

Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate's experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.

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/

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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