Senior Mechanical Engineer - Hybrid MEP Design Lead

Optima Engineering; Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company

Flexible/Hybrid work schedules with早

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Ownership

Discretionary bonuses

Education and professional development

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Optima Engineering is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our employee-owned MEP firm serving buildings across the Southeast. You will design HVAC systems, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to construction documentation and field QA/QC.

Ideal candidates hold a SC PE, a mechanical engineering degree, and 5+ years in MEP building systems. We offer flexible/hybrid work, strong growth, and an inclusive, collaborative culture in a diverse portfolio of projects.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in South Carolina.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in MEP building systems design for education, municipal, K-12, and/or commercial facilities.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to develop mechanical system designs from concept through construction
• Design HVAC systems including air distribution, heating and cooling systems, and equipment layouts in accordance with applicable codes and standards
• Prepare construction drawings, specifications, and calculations using Revit or AutoCAD
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, and system selection
• Conduct site visits and field investigations to evaluate existing mechanical systems
• Provide construction administration support including submittal review, RFI responses, field observations, and closeout documentation
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination and internal quality control reviews to ensure accurate and complete deliverables
• Support and mentor junior staff as appropriate

Skills

PE in SC

Revit proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Communication

Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Optima Engineering is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our employee-owned MEP firm serving buildings across the Southeast. You will design HVAC systems, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to construction documentation and field QA/QC.

Ideal candidates hold a SC PE, a mechanical engineering degree, and 5+ years in MEP building systems. We offer flexible/hybrid work, strong growth, and an inclusive, collaborative culture in a diverse portfolio of projects.