Senior MEP Lead Engineer

Paylocity; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity is seeking an Engineer III to lead complex MEP-T system design on medium to large projects. You will oversee design, analysis, and implementation while mentoring junior engineers and representing the firm to clients.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 6+ years in the AEC industry, and licensure preferred (PE, CPD, FPE, RCDD) or equivalent experience. You will work in an office setting with periodic site visits to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, or Communications Engineering.
• Licensure preferred (PE, CPD, FPE, RCDD) or >15 years experience in lieu of license.
• 6+ years of progressive AEC industry experience.
• Expertise in multiple engineering software platforms.
• Strong knowledge of codes, standards, and QA/QC processes.

Responsibilities

• Delegate moderate tasks and guide team members.
• Lead discipline-specific design for medium to large projects with limited Revit use.
• Review and direct complex designs, calculations, and simulations.
• Review complex submittals and shop drawings.
• Respond to complex RFIs.
• Conduct targeted site visits to resolve critical issues.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Participate in project meetings, offering high-level technical input.
• Ensure project delivery meets schedule and budget targets.
• Support workplan development and adjust for scope/schedule changes.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Client-facing

Technical design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, or Communications Engineering

Tools

Engineering software platforms

Job description

Paylocity is seeking an Engineer III to lead complex MEP-T system design on medium to large projects. You will oversee design, analysis, and implementation while mentoring junior engineers and representing the firm to clients.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 6+ years in the AEC industry, and licensure preferred (PE, CPD, FPE, RCDD) or equivalent experience. You will work in an office setting with periodic site visits to resolve issues.