Senior Mechanical Engineer, PE: Lead HVAC & Piping Design

Superior Skilled Trades; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades in Durham, NC, is seeking a licensed Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) to lead design and development of mechanical systems for complex projects. You will oversee deliverables, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide technical support through all project phases.

The role requires a PE license, a bachelor's in mechanical engineering, and 6+ years of experience, with proficiency in CAD and 3D modeling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering codes and standards.
• Experience developing mechanical designs, engineering calculations, specifications, and construction documents.
• Proficiency with CAD and 3D mechanical modeling tools.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and technical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations from concept through construction documents.
• Design HVAC, piping, hydronic, and mechanical equipment systems per codes and project requirements.
• Review deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and coordination with other disciplines.
• Lead construction administration activities including reviewing shop drawings, RFIs, and site visits.
• Utilize CAD and 3D modeling tools to develop and review coordinated mechanical drawings and models.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver constructible mechanical solutions.
• Assist project management with cost tracking, scope management, and risk assessments related to mechanical systems.
• Identify opportunities for technical improvements and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

3D modeling

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades in Durham, NC, is seeking a licensed Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) to lead design and development of mechanical systems for complex projects. You will oversee deliverables, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide technical support through all project phases.

The role requires a PE license, a bachelor's in mechanical engineering, and 6+ years of experience, with proficiency in CAD and 3D modeling.