Senior Mechanical Designer | Cincinnati, OH

IMEG; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

IMEG, a leading engineering consultancy, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer in Cincinnati, Ohio to lead project management and design delivery for moderate to complex mechanical systems across industrial, manufacturing, and MEP sectors.

You will collaborate with engineers and consultants, mentor staff, manage schedules and billing, ensure quality, and support client relationships while delivering energy-efficient designs aligned with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 7+ years in building design; 11+ years in building design or construction preferred.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects of varying size and complexity.
• Create project schedules with milestones and deadlines.
• Lead project meetings and provide meeting documentation.
• Mentor staff and manage client relationships.
• Ensure designs meet owner and IMEG standards and applicable codes.
• Monitor billing and financial projections.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

HVAC design

Thermodynamics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

BIM

Job description

Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture.

100% Employee-Owned.

IMEG is hiring a Senior Mechanical Designer in Cincinnati, Ohio to lead project management and design delivery for moderate to complex mechanical systems projects in the vertical building industry. This role supports project direction, engineering solutions, and implementation oversight while working closely with engineers and consultants to deliver positive client outcomes.

You will manage schedules, billing, quality expectations, and coordination across all phases of design and construction while mentoring staff and supporting client relationships. With a team focused on industrial, manufacturing, and MEP work, this role contributes to high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

• Location: Cincinnati, OH
• Discipline: Mechanical
• Markets: Industrial; Manufacturing; MEP
• Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
• Travel: Up to 20%
• Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
• Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects of varying size and complexity.
• Assist with design scopes of work, fee calculations for proposals, and contract reviews.
• Create project schedules with clear milestones and deadlines.
• Serve as the point of contact for project teams and clients.
• Create monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting on time, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages monthly.
• Ensure designs follow owner standards and requirements, IMEG standards, and code requirements.
• Ensure design milestones are achieved, quality control processes are completed, and construction technical support is delivered on time.
• Collaborate with design staff and coordinate project scheduling through all phases of design and construction.
• Schedule and lead progress meetings and provide meeting documentation.
• Conduct construction site visits and provide documentation as needed or requested.
• Respond to and resolve client and construction concerns, and manage change orders through approval.
• Train, mentor, motivate staff, and build, maintain, and develop client relationships.

Required

Education

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

Experience

• 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• 11 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry

Required Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership traits in the project management career path; strong training and mentoring skills
• Adept in the technical aspects of one’s discipline
• 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 mentor, train, motivate, and lead others
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays

Preferred

• Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred

About The Team

• Service mix centers on industrial and aerospace/manufacturing work, with strong mechanical and electrical scope and frequent industrial architecture involvement. The portfolio also shows some process/manufacturing, warehouse/distribution, corporate/workplace renovations, and a little healthcare support, suggesting a team that is especially strong in industrial facility and production-space upgrades.
• Recent work includes SCIF Spaces, Industrial; 2022 VESIL Lab Security Upgrades, Industrial; and TMMK Café 2000 Criteria, Industrial.

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
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• 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

State of Ohio Salary Range: $107,000-$149,000 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.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, 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 including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, 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 prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.