Mechanical Design Engineer in Williamsburg
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Mechanical Project Engineer
Williamsburg, VA or Raleigh, NC |
About the Role
We'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 Do
• Lead mechanical design from schematic through construction documents
• Coordinate with project teams across disciplines (architecture, electrical, structural)
• Attend construction meetings and produce site observation reports
• Prepare engineering cost opinions and review contractor estimates
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of growth
• Engage clients directly - define problems, develop solutions, sell the design
Must-Have Qualifications
• Active PE license (reciprocity to VA and/or NC required or obtainable)
• U.S. Citizenship required
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering design experience in commercial or institutional buildings
• Proficiency in Revit/BIM and AutoCAD
• Experience with load calculation software (Trane Trace or Carrier HAP)
• Working knowledge of RSMeans for cost estimating
• Strong communication skills - written, verbal, and client-facing
Background
• Experience in K-12, higher education, or institutional/government building design
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, SpecsIntact (DoD), or MasterSpec
• Project leadership or project management experience
• Proposal preparation experience
Why Join
• Broad project exposure - all mechanical disciplines, full project lifecycle
• Clear career path and growth projection
• Competitive base salary + 90% of health insurance premiums covered by company
• Summer alternate schedule (alternating Fridays off - June through August)