Senior Mechanical Engineer | Madison, WI

IMEG Corp; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Profit sharing

License prep

Flexible schedule

Generous PTO

Health insurance

Job summary

IMEG Corp in Madison, WI is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design efforts for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems and to act as project manager or lead engineer for medium to high complexity projects.

You will mentor staff, manage budgets, and collaborate across teams while engaging with clients to gather requirements and deliver compliant engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required.
• PE license required.
• 7+ years in building design consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems per IMEG standards.
• Perform site assessments and generate detailed analyses and reports.
• Interact with clients to understand needs and gather project requirements.

Skills

HVAC design

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

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

IMEG is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Madison, WI, to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for moderate to complex projects. This role also leads design efforts with limited support from senior staff for larger, high-complexity projects involving mechanical systems for the vertical building industry.

You will work with engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and advice to clients. The role includes managing project budgets, mentoring staff, and collaborating across teams while supporting industrial work involving bulk material handling, substations, automation and controls, structural support, and plant infrastructure.

At a Glance

Location: Madison, WI

Discipline: Mechanical

Markets: Healthcare; MEP

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 20%

Work Schedule: Full-time

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Lead design efforts for the analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, using engineering software and tools to create designs, specifications, and calculations that meet code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Perform site assessments and generate detailed analysis and technical reports.
• Interact with clients to understand needs, gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build client relationships.
• Provide in-process design reviews of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system designs, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence.
• Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Provide technical training and mentoring, and provide technical assistance in resolving field issues with limited support from senior staff.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and mechanical engineering best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work and identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.
• Participate in project interviews and project presentations.

What You'll Bring

Required Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required

Experience

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

Required Skills/Abilities

• Advanced proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Advanced proficiency in 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
• Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• 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
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays

About the Team

• Service mix is centered on industrial support work, especially bulk material handling, substations, automation/controls, structural support, and plant infrastructure. There is also recurring civil and municipal water/wastewater-related scope, which suggests a team that is especially strong in heavy industrial systems, facility upgrades, and infrastructure-driven work rather than traditional commercial building design.
• 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

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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