Job Description

Mechanical Engineer II - Community

Charlotte, NC  ● Grand Rapids, MI

 Make an Impact

As a Mechanical Engineer II, you have a strong career ambition and expertise in designing and developing mechanical systems for various building types. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to conduct load analyses, equipment sizing, and design of ductwork, plumbing, hydronic, and fire protection systems. Your leadership, technical expertise, and customer-focused approach will drive successful project outcomes.

Deliver Results

• Design and analyze mechanical systems, including load calculations, equipment sizing, and hydronic and fire protection systems, consistent with company standards.
• Coordinate project documentation, technical components, and cross-disciplinary efforts to avoid conflicts in design and delivery.
• Utilize design tools and technology, including Revit and AutoCAD, to prepare detailed models, drawings, and specifications.
• Monitor project scope and schedules, providing updates and resolving inconsistencies with the Senior Mechanical Engineer.
• Lead team meetings, participate in code compliance reviews, and promote lessons learned for process improvements.
• Assist in preparing engineering proposals and monitoring project budgets and schedules.
• Maintain high client satisfaction and foster positive relationships with stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an EAC/ABET-accredited program or equivalent in education and experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with current license OR ability to obtain a PE. NCEES registration and NSPE membership preferred.
• 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering with diverse project experience.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office. Experience with Project, SharePoint, and Teams preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• CSI-CDT certification (training provided if needed).
• LEED AP BD+C and WELL AP certifications.

Employee Owned 

We act like owners—because we are. From modest beginnings of four original engineering partners in 1962, to almost 300 architects, engineers, designers, and consultants across multiple regional offices today, the energy, resourcefulness, and entrepreneurial mindset you expect from a CEO come standard with every team member. 
 
Culture of Excellence 

The firm is continually ranked as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation®, with comprehensive benefits including an award-winning wellness program, hybrid work schedule, summer hours, profit-sharing, and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). We take our work seriously, but have fun along the way, which fuels the creative spirit and supports a focus on work and life integration. 
We are committed to development and growth of team members through continuing education, mentorship, growth opportunities, and more. We are dedicated to giving back to our communities, with paid service-learning hours available to every employee and corporate sponsorship for a wide range of community organizations and activities.