Senior Mechanical Designer | Cincinnati, OH

Socket.dev; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Dress for Your Day

Generous PTO

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

IMEG is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer in Cincinnati, Ohio to lead project management and design delivery for moderate to complex mechanical systems. You will mentor staff and coordinate across design and construction phases to deliver client outcomes.

You will manage schedules and billing, ensure design quality, and collaborate with engineers and consultants to meet IMEG and owner standards, with a focus on energy-efficient, high-performance design.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• 7 years minimum experience; 8 preferred in the building design consulting industry.
• 11 years minimum; 12 preferred in the building design consulting or construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects of varying size and complexity.
• 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.
• Ensure designs follow owner standards, IMEG standards, and code requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

HVAC systems

Thermodynamics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

BIM (Building Information Modeling)

Job description

Senior Mechanical Designer | Cincinnati, OH

100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

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.

What You'll Bring

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

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• 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 torace, 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 includinglactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’sstatus, 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 prohibitsdiscrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws andregulations.

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