PE Mechanical Engineer - ESOP-Owned, High-Impact Projects

Orion Placement; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A resources placement firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop HVAC and mechanical systems for commercial and industrial facilities in Knoxville, TN. The ideal candidate will have an active Mechanical Engineering PE license and 4+ years of experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000, along with comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance for qualified candidates. Join a stable, employee-owned firm with a collaborative culture and meaningful projects.

Qualifications

• Active Mechanical Engineering PE license is required.
• 4+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems for facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for commercial and industrial facilities.
• Develop HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering PE license

HVAC design

Mechanical systems design

Collaborative teamwork

Engineering design software

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

• Join a stable, employee-owned engineering firm with 30+ years of success
• Work on practical, real-world mechanical designs that directly impact facility operations
• High-visibility role with long-term upside through ESOP ownership
• Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and career stability

Location

On-site position based in Knoxville, Tennessee, working closely with in-house multidisciplinary design teams. Relocation support is available.

Note

This role requires an active Mechanical Engineering Professional Engineer (PE) license.

About Our Client

Our client is a full-service, employee-owned engineering firm providing mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural design services. With decades of experience across the Southeastern U.S., they are known for efficient, cost-effective solutions, strong communication, and long-term client partnerships.

Job Description

• Design mechanical systems for commercial and industrial facilities
• Develop HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure solutions tailored to client operations
• Prepare calculations, layouts, and construction documentation
• Coordinate with electrical, structural, and architectural engineering teams
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and best practices
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and constructability
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff as needed
• Support projects from concept through construction documentation

Qualifications

• Active Mechanical Engineering PE license
• 4+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience
• Experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems for facilities
• Strong understanding of applicable mechanical codes and standards
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Experience with engineering design software (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar)

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Employee-owned ESOP company with a true ownership culture
• Collaborative, team-oriented engineering environment
• Long-term stability without large-firm bureaucracy
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits