Mechanical Project Engineer

About the role

Epstein is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our MEP engineering team. The Mechanical Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, coordination, and integration of engineering activities throughout the life of a project to ensure successful project delivery. This role oversees the development of engineering designs, coordinates changes to project documents and specifications, and supports client engagement. The ideal candidate is a fully competent engineer with demonstrated project management experience and the ability to lead design teams. This individual will design HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, education, hospitality, government, residential, retail, and industrial facilities while coordinating closely with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions. Strong industrial project experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and integrate engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee development of engineering designs and coordinate changes to project documents and specifications
• Support client engagement and maintain strong client relationships
• Design HVAC systems for a diverse range of facility types
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer preferred
• 6–10 years of successful project experience within a consulting engineering firm
• MEP project management experience
• Experience designing commercial and industrial HVAC systems, including HVAC load calculations
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering design teams and coordinate project deliverables
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary coordination throughout the design process
• Thorough knowledge of the International Mechanical Code, Chicago Mechanical Code, and ASHRAE design standards
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• LEED Accreditation preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of Revit and discipline-specific software such as Trane/TRACE and Trace 3D

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident insurance
• Flexible benefit plans
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental leave
• 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Half-day Fridays
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid work schedule
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional license reimbursement
• Industry association reimbursement
• Internal training programs
• Leadership development programs

Pay

The salary range for this position is $110,000–$130,000 annually.