Senior Mechanical Engineer

Optima Engineering PA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Charlotte seeks a Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in HVAC design and project management. The role involves leading proposals, performing site visits, and ensuring quality control. Join a dynamic team committed to innovative solutions and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Employee-Owned Company

Flexible/Hybrid work schedules

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Multi-tiered Retirement Plan

Discretionary bonuses

Ongoing education and professional development

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience on various projects.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in North Carolina or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal process and provide design options to clients.
• Perform site visits for renovation projects and gather information.
• Conduct quality control reviews to ensure document standards.

Skills

HVAC system design

Interdisciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

At Optima Engineering, we focus on delivering high-quality engineering solutions. We are looking for a skilled and dedicated professional to join our team and help us achieve our goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum10+ years of relevant experienceon Higher Ed, Municipal, K-12, and Commercial projects.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of North Carolina or ability to obtain your PE in North Carolina within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead the proposal process by providing clients with input on design options, project schedules, and code review.
• Perform site visits to existing facilities for renovation/addition projects for information gathering on existing conditions.
• Work with project managers and designers and collaborate with other disciplines to prepare construction drawings and calculations within AutoCAD or Revit.
• Perform quality control review analyses to ensure final documents and specifications exceed client expectations.
• Conduct interdisciplinary coordination and manage final reviews/approvals between disciplines and agencies and respond to comments.
• Continue involvement through the construction process including submittal review, RFI response, field visits, and closeout documentation.

Skills

• Perform full HVAC system design and sizing (equipment, ductwork, piping, ventilation, controls, etc.) including full load calculations and equipment selection.
• Coordinate and integrate HVAC systems with other building services (such as electrical, plumbing, structural, architectural, and fire protection) to ensure seamless functionality, compliance with building codes, and optimal performance in the overall building infrastructure.
• Produce HVAC design drawing packages (plans, schedules, construction details, specifications, sequences of operation, and life safety).

Why Work at Optima Engineering:

We are a 30-year old, well-established, multi-disciplined engineering firm with offices located in Charlotte, Raleigh and Asheville offering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection & technology related engineering services to diverse market sectors including mission critical, educational, healthcare, commercial, government and other clients. Our goal is to deliver reliable, high-quality, innovative engineering solutions to our clients and provide a top-notch work environment to our team.

Benefit Highlights

• Employee-Owned Company
• Flexible/Hybrid work schedules with early Fridays year-round!
• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage + Flexible Spending Account as well as financial planning assistance, estate planning and other additional benefits!
• Multi-tiered Retirement Plan includes Employer 401k contributions, Profit-sharing, and Employee stock (an additional retirement benefit funded entirely by the company)
• Discretionary bonuses throughout the year
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
• Frequent volunteer and community involvement opportunities!

If you want to be excited about going to work and making a difference in the organization you work for, please reach out to us, we’d love to talk to you about joining our team.

To learn more about Optima Engineering, please visit our website at:www.optimaengineering.com

Optima Engineering. is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and veterans, are encouraged to apply. Optima Engineering participates in the E-Verify employment authorization program. Please read more informationhere