Senior Mechanical Engineer

Department: Engineering | Employment Type: Full Time | Location: Raleigh, NC | Reporting To: Jeremy Fauber

About the role

Join our growing team powering a sustainable, well, and resilient future. At HEAPY, our Colleague First approach means we invest in your career, well-being, and success. We’re committed to building a more sustainable world through thoughtful design and collaborative partnerships. As a Senior Level Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be empowered to do meaningful work, develop lasting relationships, and be part of a team where your ideas, growth, and authentic self are truly valued.

This role offers the opportunity to grow your mechanical engineering career while contributing to meaningful projects in a trusted, long-standing HEAPY market. You’ll perform a variety of assignments involving the application of standard mechanical design engineering techniques for HEAPY projects, accomplishing specific objectives related to mechanical engineering systems in the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensures accurate input into the model or design tool and focuses on understanding the underlying reasons (i.e., ask questions).
• Develops full plan designs, details, and outlines; identifies materials, cost estimates, and performs calculations for a detailed segment of a project.
• Gathers and records information for the preparation of design specifications.
• Reviews/evaluates vendor (and at higher levels, approves) shop drawings, bids, and submittals to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Reviews and approves mechanical design drawings for assigned segments of projects.
• If PE has been obtained, serves as the engineer of record as applicable.
• Assists with the development of design guides, guide specifications, and design control procedures when directed by a technical leader/design manager.
• Prepares technical reports such as life cycle cost analysis, facility conditions assessments, and other engineering guidance for clients.
• Leverages AI and automation in design and project responsibilities as appropriate.
• Meets project deadlines with punctuality, monitoring progress, and ensuring deliverables meet requirements.
• Ensures project deliverables adhere to client project requirements, meet required standards, and implements corrective action as needed.
• Delivers exceptional quality assurance to build trust, increase brand loyalty, and drive success and innovation.
• Builds strong customer relationships by delivering exceptional service that exceeds expectations.
• Aids and supports proposal teams or proposal managers as requested.
• May collaborate with operations and practice leadership on project staffing requirements and resource allocation.
• Collaborates with and supports/leads design engineers/designer I & II colleagues on their technical development and professional growth.
• Collaborates with additional partners, such as BIM technicians and third-party partners, on the successful and timely completion of project tasks and deliverables.
• Interacts and coordinates with clients/owners to develop Owner Project Requirements.
• Additional responsibilities as requested/needed.

Requirements

• Possession of a 4-year engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent working knowledge/experience in a built environment with an advanced degree in engineering.
• Typically 6–9 years of related experience (or equivalent working knowledge/experience/advanced degree in engineering) related to mechanical engineering systems in the built environment.
• Capability of exercising judgment in evaluating, selecting, and applying standard design engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to make design adaptations and modifications.
• Considerable experience using various computer software packages and automated mechanical engineering and design equipment.
• Possession of a Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certification and be working toward Professional Engineering (PE) Registration. PE registration would be attained within the first 2 years of attaining this position level.
• For higher-level achievement, other relevant engineering education and credentials are typically desired, such as but not limited to: USGBC LEED GA, IESNA, ASPE, ASHRAE HFDP, or HBDP.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to remain sedentary at a workstation for long periods of time while operating a keyboard and using a computer screen.
• Ability to operate a mouse, stylus, or similar tool to make adjustments on electronic visuals.
• Ability to see details of objects on a screen, including differences in colors, shades, and brightness.
• Ability to communicate in person, electronically, and via phone with other individuals.
• Possession of reliable transportation to and from project sites.
• Ability to work in all elements of indoor and outdoor environments, which include the heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, etc.
• Ability to access all areas of the jobsite with activities that include ascending and descending stairs, scaffolding, ladders, navigating elevation changes, etc.
• Capable of working in physical positions that may include maneuvering oneself into different positions traditionally achieved by kneeling, sitting, standing, squatting, bending over, etc.
• Ability to move, transport, or position items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to apply established protocols and practices in a timely manner and follow safety guidelines for both the company and clients.
• Ability to gather, organize, and evaluate information related to projects and calculations (such as cost analysis, facility assessments, design calculations, etc.).

Benefits

• Built for People, Not Just Projects – a collaborative, colleague-first culture where you can do your best work.
• Thrive with HEAPY Benefits – premium medical, dental, and vision coverage designed with you in mind.
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with competitive contributions to help you plan ahead.
• Be Rewarded for Your Impact – 10–15% annual bonus potential tied to company performance and your contributions.
• Own Your Time – open PTO and paid sick time that gives you the flexibility to recharge when you need it.
• Wellness Week – we hit pause the final week of the year so you can rest, reset, and reflect.
• Feel Your Best – annual wellness benefit bonus focused on your overall well-being.
• Grow with Purpose – annual professional development stipend to support your career goals.