MEP Project Engineer

First Solutions Group; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm in Columbia, SC is seeking a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to lead and build their in-house mechanical and plumbing design function. This position offers the chance to eliminate outsourcing and provide foundational leadership. The ideal candidate will have an active PE license, extensive MEP design experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit. It includes competitive salary in the range of $85,000–$100,000 and benefits like medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Active PE license (Mechanical or Plumbing) in South Carolina.
• 6–12+ years of MEP design or design-build experience.
• Strong background in mechanical and plumbing renovation work.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical and plumbing design for commercial and industrial renovation projects.
• Design HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems within existing buildings.
• Ensure compliance with IBC, IMC, IPC, IFC, IECC, and ASHRAE standards.

Skills

Mechanical design

Plumbing design

Project lifecycle management

HVAC systems

AutoCAD

Revit (MEP)

Construction coordination

Education

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license

6–12+ years in MEP design

Tools

Bluebeam

TRACE

HAP

Job description

We’re growing our internal design capabilities and are looking for a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to build and lead the mechanical & plumbing design function in-house. This newly created role is designed to eliminate outsourced design work and establish long‑term engineering leadership within the company.

If you’re a PE who wants full ownership, stamping authority, and influence across the full project lifecycle, this role was built for you.

🔧 What You’ll Do

• Lead mechanical and plumbing design for commercial and industrial renovation projects
• Design HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems within existing buildings (duct routing, piping layouts, water flow redesign)
• Perform load calculations, equipment selection, and duct/piping sizing
• Stamp and seal mechanical and plumbing drawings and specifications
• Ensure compliance with IBC, IMC, IPC, IFC, IECC, and ASHRAE standards
• Support projects through construction: RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and change orders
• Conduct site surveys and coordinate with contractors, architects, BIM/VDC teams, and inspectors
• Guide BIM coordination (clearances, slopes, access, clash resolution)
• Design domestic water, DWV, storm, and specialty piping systems
• Present designs to clients and AHJs; lead design‑assist efforts
• Establish internal standards, templates, and QA/QC processes
• Mentor and help grow the internal design team

✅ What We’re Looking For

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (Mechanical or Plumbing) in [SC]
• Ability to obtain additional state licensure via comity
• 6–12+ years of MEP design or design‑build experience
• Strong background in mechanical and plumbing renovation work
• Proficiency in Revit (MEP), AutoCAD, and Bluebeam
• Experience with load calculation software (TRACE, HAP, or similar)
• Construction‑savvy with strong trade coordination experience

⭐ Why This Role Stands Out

• Foundational leadership position — build the design group from the ground up
• In‑house stamping authority (no more outsourcing)
• High visibility and direct impact on company growth
• Opportunity to shape standards, processes, and team expansion

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance

Location and Salary

Columbia, SC – approx. salary range $85,000–$100,000.

Additional Information

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