MEP Field Engineer

Optima Engineering PA; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company

Flexible/Hybrid work schedules

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

FSA & planning assistance

Retirement plan with 401(k) + Profit/“

Employee Stock Ownership

Discretionary bonuses

Education and professional development

Job summary

Optima Engineering PA in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced MEP Field Engineer to join our employee-owned, Southeast-focused firm. You will inspect MEP/FP installations on higher education, municipal, K-12, and commercial projects, ensuring conformance with design documents, codes, and safety standards.

The ideal candidate holds a North Carolina PE license, a relevant bachelor's degree, and at least five years of field experience.

Qualifications

• Registration as North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years field experience inspecting MEP/FP installations.
• Familiarity with building codes, safety regulations and industry standards.
• Proficiency with Revit and/or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site visits to inspect MEP/FP installations against documents and codes.
• Identify and document non-conforming work with field reports and photos.
• Assess equipment placement, routing, clearances, supports, labeling and constructability.
• Develop and maintain punch lists; verify completion before closeout.
• Attend pre-construction and progress meetings; provide field input on sequencing and constructability.
• Review contractor submittals and shop drawings for conformance with design docs.
• Refer field deviations to the project engineer and track to closure.
• Review contractor payments and change orders for field accuracy.
• Serve as liaison among client, contractor, and design team for timely resolutions.
• Participate in project postmortems for complex projects.

Skills

PE NC license

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Building codes familiarity

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

At Optima Engineering, an employee-owned MEP engineering consulting firm, we focus on delivering high-quality mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology design solutions for buildings across the Southeast. Our projects include higher education, municipal, K-12, and commercial facilities. We are looking for a skilled and dedicated MEP Field Engineer to join our team and help us continue to provide thoughtful and efficient designs for our clients.

Requirements

• Registration as Professional Engineer in North Carolina
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management or equivalent hands‑on field experience.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on field experience inspecting and evaluating MEP/FP installations for Higher Education, Municipal, K-12, Commercial and other various project types
• Familiarity with applicable building codes, construction safety regulations, and industry standards governing MEP/FP work.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site visits to inspect mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection installations evaluating work against construction documents, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Identify and document non‑conforming work. Issue clear, detailed field observation reports with photographic documentation.
• Assess equipment placement, piping and conduit routing, clearances, support and hanger spacing, labeling, and code‑required clearances for correctness and constructability.
• Develop and maintain punch lists. Independently verify completion of corrective work prior to closeout and owner acceptance.
• Attend pre‑construction and construction progress meetings. Provide technical input on sequencing, constructability, and field conditions.
• Review contractor submittals and shop drawings for conformance with the design documents. Coordinate review with the Engineer of Record.
• Refer field deviations requiring design-level judgment to the project engineer and track resolution through to closure.
• Review contractor payment applications and change orders for field accuracy.
• Serve as liaison between client, contractor, and design team to facilitate timely issue resolution.
• Participate in project postmortem reviews for larger or complex projects.

Skills

• CDT Certification and/or OSHA 10/30 construction safety training
• Experience with North Carolina State Construction Office (SCO) projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Ajera a plus

Why Work at Optima Engineering

Optima Engineering is a 30-year-old, employee-owned, multi-discipline engineering firm with offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, and Greenville, South Carolina. We provide clients with comprehensive services—including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, technology/low voltage, lighting design, and commissioning—across diverse markets such as mission critical, education, healthcare, commercial, and government. Recognized four times by the Charlotte Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work, we take pride in fostering a people‑first culture where collaboration, innovation, and professional growth thrive. Our mission is to deliver reliable, high‑quality engineering solutions for our clients while creating a rewarding and supportive environment for our team.

Benefit Highlights

• Employee‑Owned Company
• Flexible/Hybrid work schedules with early Fridays year‑round
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; Flexible Spending Account; financial and estate planning assistance; and other additional benefits
• Multi‑tiered Retirement Plan including Employer 401(k) contributions, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership (an additional retirement benefit funded entirely by the company)
• Discretionary bonuses throughout the year
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities

To learn more about Optima Engineering, please visit www.optimaengineering.com.

Optima Engineering is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants — including individuals with disabilities and veterans — are encouraged to apply. Optima Engineering participates in the E-Verify employment authorization program.