Mechanical Project Engineer

About the role

As a Mechanical Project Engineer in our Chicago office, you will be responsible for engineering design processes on assigned projects within a particular discipline. You will develop innovative and unique engineering solutions to align with project, client, and project partner’s needs, and lead the discipline team in implementing these solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative and unique engineering solutions to align with project, client, and project partner’s needs.
• Lead the discipline team in implementing the solutions.
• Design HVAC building systems for research, healthcare, or higher education facilities.
• Collaborate with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders.

Requirements

• BSME/BSAE (or other engineering discipline with applicable experience).
• 10+ years of experience designing HVAC building systems for research, healthcare, or higher education facilities.
• Professional engineering registration preferred.
• Proficiency in computer operation for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit MEP, AutoCAD, Navisworks) preferred.

Qualifications

Expertise of our most successful Mechanical Project Engineers includes:

• A BSME/BSAE (or other engineering discipline with applicable experience).
• 10+ years of experience designing HVAC building systems for research, healthcare, or higher education facilities.
• Professional engineering registration preferred.
• Proficiency in computer operation for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit MEP, AutoCAD, Navisworks) preferred.

Skills

• Strong spoken and written communications skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective working individually and within team environments.

Benefits

• Real opportunities to grow—through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high-impact projects across disciplines.
• A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement, a performance-based year-end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs—whether that's a flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community-focused initiatives.

Pay

Estimated starting salary range for this position is $90,000 to $150,000.

Schedule

Flexibility is key in our environment, allowing you to find the best fit for your needs.