Senior Mechanical Engineer: Plumbing & Building Systems Lead

Blue Signal Search; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Signal Search is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of mechanical building systems for a diverse portfolio of commercial, educational, and civic facilities in the Southeast. This on-site Columbia, SC role focuses on delivering compliant, robust designs through all project phases.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with architects and other engineers, and contribute to project success from concept through construction. 10+ years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• Experience designing mechanical building systems with plumbing expertise.
• Experience producing construction documents using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and project coordination skills.
• Willingness to relocate to Columbia, SC for on-site position.
• Approximately 10+ years of consulting engineering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical systems design for a variety of building projects.
• Develop plumbing system designs for new construction and renovations; involvement in HVAC.
• Prepare construction documents, calculations, specifications, and design documentation.
• Coordinate with architects, structural/electrical engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings, client presentations, site visits, and construction administration.
• Develop practical, code-compliant engineering solutions aligned with objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Mechanical building design

Plumbing design

AutoCAD

Revit

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Blue Signal Search is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of mechanical building systems for a diverse portfolio of commercial, educational, and civic facilities in the Southeast. This on-site Columbia, SC role focuses on delivering compliant, robust designs through all project phases.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with architects and other engineers, and contribute to project success from concept through construction. 10+ years of experience preferred.