Principal Engineer - Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing

T&M Associates; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

T&M Associates seeks a Principal MEP Engineer in Columbus to lead advanced MEP design across HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems. You will guide project delivery, mentor staff, and strengthen client relationships while supporting business development in Ohio and New Jersey.

The role requires a PE license (preferred), 10+ years of experience, and strong collaboration across multidisciplinary teams using AutoCAD and Revit.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in MEP or building systems design.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical resource on complex MEP projects, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design.
• Lead preparation and review of construction documents, calculations, drawings, details, specifications, and reports.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations and other engineering analyses.
• Provide construction administration services, including site visits, meetings, RFIs, and coordination.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineers and teams.
• Support project pursuits, proposals, and long‑term client relationships.
• Collaborate with regional teams using AutoCAD and Revit to support design and documentation.

Skills

MEP engineering

Project leadership

Client relationship management

Communication

Mentorship

Independent engineering judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Columbus, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1878

T&M Associates is seeking a Principal MEP Engineer to join our Columbus office. This person will provide advanced technical expertise, independent engineering judgment, and project leadership. This individual will play an important role in strengthening client relationships, mentoring technical staff, supporting business development, and expanding T&M’s MEP capabilities in Ohio as well as assist with MEP projects in our New Jersey offices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical resource on complex MEP projects, including the design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, while applying advanced engineering concepts and independent judgment.
• Lead the preparation and review of construction documents, including engineering calculations, drawings, details, specifications, and technical reports.
• Perform and oversee heating and cooling load calculations and other engineering analyses to support effective and code-compliant system design.
• Provide construction administration services, including site visits, construction meetings, review of mechanical submittals, responding to RFIs, and coordination with contractors and clients.
• Provide technical direction, mentorship, and guidance to engineers and project team members while maintaining high standards for technical quality and project delivery.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients, supporting project pursuits, proposals, business development, and the development of long‑term client relationships.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and MEP professionals across T&M’s regional offices, utilizing AutoCAD and Revit to support project design and documentation and contributing to the continued growth of the MEP Practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field required
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience, preferably within MEP, facilities, or building systems design.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred
• Strong technical expertise in MEP engineering and the ability to independently address complex engineering challenges.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit; hands‑on design experience preferred.
• Strong client relationship management and business development capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.

T&M Associates is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices in compliance with applicable laws, including the New Jersey Equal Pay Act. T&M estimates that the salary range for this position will fall between $105,000 - $135,000. The actual salary offered may vary within this range, depending on a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, educational qualifications, specific skills and knowledge, as well as internal pay equity and geographic location.

T&M Associates offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees.

• comprehensive insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• a 401(k) with company match
• paid time off
• flexible work schedules
• wellness programs
• professional development opportunities — all within a people‑first, award‑winning hybrid work environment.

See more details about benefits here.

New Hires must have documents indicating they are eligible to work in the United States. EEO/AA Employer. For California based applicants, our CCPA-CRPA Privacy Notice can be found on our Careers page at www.tandmassociates.com