Senior Mechanical Designer

Senior Mechanical Designer – Cincinnati, OH at IMEG

IMEG is one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S. and is committed to providing exciting career opportunities to our team members. We work hard and are passionate about what we do but also love to have fun along the way. We celebrate the ability to be a firm of over 2,900 employees in the US and beyond who still provide a local office approach and feel to each of our employee‑owners.

From opportunities to get involved and give back locally through our Community Involvement Committees to the ability to partner with exciting clients, we take our jobs seriously but have a great time in the process. As a company, we believe in investing in our team members and providing an environment for expansive growth. We put people first. We are proud to say we are a 100% employee‑owned organization and take pride in our commitment to being a great place to work.

We support this commitment through work‑life balance, flexibility, continuous training and development opportunities, and community impact. We reward innovation, hard work, and support a culture of sustainability.

We are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer in our Cincinnati office. The Senior Mechanical Designer will lead design efforts as a project manager or lead designer for moderate to complex projects and lead design efforts with limited support required from senior staff for the delivery of larger and high‑complexity projects. They will work closely with a team of engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and advice to clients to ensure positive outcomes.

Primary responsibilities will include project management, engineering analysis, design, and implementation oversight of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry. Additional responsibilities will include working within the project’s monetary budget, assisting in training and mentoring efforts, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

• Lead design efforts for HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems. Utilize engineering software and tools to create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Perform site assessments and generate detailed analysis and technical reports.
• Interact with clients to understand their needs, gather project requirements, and communicate technical information effectively. Build and maintain client relationships through professional communication.
• Provide in‑process design reviews of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection system design, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence. Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure that engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements.
• Provide technical training and mentoring. Provide technical assistance in resolution of field issues with limited support from senior staff.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mechanical engineering. Contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work. Identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.
• Participate in project interviews and project presentations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Advanced proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications.
• Advanced proficiency in technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics relating to mechanical design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills.
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise.
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability…