Mechanical Project Engineer MEP- Wayne PA

About the role

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200‑person engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, PA, just outside Philadelphia, with full‑service offices in New York, NY; Boston, MA; Baltimore, MD; and Washington, DC. The Mechanical Engineer position is based in the New York City office and offers an exceptional employee experience focused on collaboration, leadership, and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Select HVAC system concepts, subject to approval by the Mechanical Department Manager and Project Manager.
• Oversee the quality of work produced by subordinate personnel.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations, duct static pressure, and pump head calculations.
• Select and size ductwork and piping systems.
• Select and size HVAC equipment.
• Conduct miscellaneous engineering calculations as required by project scope.
• Generate schematic and flow diagrams.
• Write specifications (subject to review by the Mechanical Department Manager).
• Prepare reports and feasibility studies.
• Attend design development and construction meetings.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of designs.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and other disciplines.
• Review shop drawings and determine final disposition.
• Conduct site surveys.
• Apply general knowledge of applicable codes and energy modeling.
• Troubleshoot and execute assignments across multiple projects.
• Collaborate across departments and stakeholders to gather requirements, plan, and execute project tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of design changes and project progress.
• Participate in onsite client visits, including scope walks, meetings, testing, commissioning, startup support, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with client proposals and proposal development.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited 4‑year college or university.

Skills

• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong knowledge of applicable building codes.
• LEED certification is a plus.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to take direction and act independently.
• Effective team player with strong organizational skills.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and projects in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Proven ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision.
• Excellent technical, presentation, and client‑interface skills.
• Up‑to‑date with advancements in mechanical engineering technology and techniques.
• Proactive in seeking opportunities to innovate and improve designs and processes.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Up to five weeks of PTO (based on years of experience) plus eight paid holidays.
• Eight hours of Volunteer Time Off.
• Tuition and licensure reimbursement.
• Federal student loan assistance with a match up to $5,250 per year.
• Section 529 College Savings Plan.
• Employee referral program.
• Full‑time onsite roles qualify for one remote workday per week.

Schedule

This is a full‑time position with a hybrid schedule: four days in the office and one remote workday per week.