Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description Mechanical Project EngineerWilliamsburg, VA or Raleigh, NC |About the RoleWe're partnering with an established MEP engineering firm specializing in federal (DoD), higher education, and state/local government projects across the Southeast. We're looking for a hands-on Mechanical Project Engineer to join our clients team and take ownership of projects from concept through closeout. You'll work across all mechanical disciplines - HVAC, plumbing, controls - and be a key technical voice on a lean, collaborative team.What You'll DoLead mechanical design from schematic through construction documentsCoordinate with project teams across disciplines (architecture, electrical, structural)Attend construction meetings and produce site observation reportsPrepare engineering cost opinions and review contractor estimatesMentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of growthEngage clients directly - define problems, develop solutions, sell the designMust-Have QualificationsActive PE license (reciprocity to VA and/or NC required or obtainable)U.S. Citizenship required5+ years of mechanical engineering design experience in commercial or institutional buildingsProficiency in Revit/BIM and AutoCADExperience with load calculation software (Trane Trace or Carrier HAP)Working knowledge of RSMeans for cost estimatingStrong communication skills - written, verbal, and client-facingPreferred BackgroundExperience in K-12, higher education, or institutional/government building designFamiliarity with Bluebeam, SpecsIntact (DoD), or MasterSpecProject leadership or project management experienceProposal preparation experienceWhy JoinBroad project exposure - all mechanical disciplines, full project lifecycleClear career path and growth projectionCompetitive base salary + 90% of health insurance premiums covered by companySummer alternate schedule (4x9 with alternating Fridays off - June through August)