Mechanical Engineer II

Mechanical Engineer II – PRIME AE Group, Inc.

Join the Columbus, OH office to design mechanical and plumbing systems across a wide range of building types and industry sectors. You will partner closely with field staff, general contractors, architects and engineers to ensure that mechanical and plumbing designs are executed accurately, meet specifications, and maintain compliance throughout construction. You will also establish relationships with external partners, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to support business objectives, and mentor other professionals within the MEP department.

$90,000.00/yr – $/yr

PRIME AE Group, Inc. is a nationally ranked, full‑service architecture and engineering firm with 22 offices across 9 states and a team of 500+ professionals. For nearly two decades, we’ve partnered with public and private sector clients to deliver creative, practical, and sustainable solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational sectors. We’re expanding our capabilities, our geography, and our team—and now is an exciting time to join us.

Assist and support senior engineers in designing mechanical and plumbing systems across a wide range of building types and industry sectors. Partner closely with field staff, general contractors, architects and engineers to ensure that mechanical and plumbing designs are executed accurately, meet specifications and maintain compliance throughout construction. Establish relationships with external partners, suppliers and regulatory agencies to support business objectives, and mentor other professionals within the MEP department to elevate design procedures and support high‑visibility projects from concept through final construction documentation.

• Healthcare
• Federal
• Justice
• K–12
• Higher Education
• Corporate Commercial
• Pharmacy
• Retail
• Multifamily & Assisted Living
• Hospitality
• Cultural & Historic
• Data Centers
• Industrial
• Residential
• Military/DoD facilities

• Design complicated and various types of mechanical and plumbing systems utilized within the markets listed above.
• Assist field staff, general contractors, architects and engineers to ensure compliance with specifications and design during construction.
• Create and evolve system designs from concept to final construction document phase.
• Perform analyses and apply problem‑solving techniques to develop creative, innovative solutions.
• Perform a variety of complicated tasks and critical thinking.
• Mentor other professionals within the MEP department.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience in mechanical and plumbing design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Professional credentials (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL) are preferred but not required.
• Ability to develop written specifications in AIA Master Spec and Specs
  
  INTACT formats is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems such as HVAC/Hydronics/Controls and plumbing systems such as Domestic Water/Sanitary/Venting is required; knowledge of Medical Gas and Fire Suppression is a plus but not required.
• Required systems and software expertise include Autodesk products (AutoCAD and Revit), load calculation software such as Trane Trace, and/or similar design software applications.
• Familiar with a variety of field concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Review, understand, and apply local, state and federal codes and standards related to the design and construction of project facilities.
• Must be able to follow and properly apply market specific guidelines, the practices and policies of the associated local and building codes, discipline, divisions and firm.
• Proficient with the most current version of AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and design independently with minimal supervision on projects from the beginning to the end.
• Ability to manage deadline‑driven workload and work on multiple projects.

• Full‑Career Support:
  Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
• People‑First Culture:
  We hire top talent, champion diversity, trust, and integrity.
• Meaningful Impact:
  Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives.
• Growth‑Oriented:
  Strategically expanding capabilities and geography (e.g., Southeast acquisition, federal growth) with strong backing from investors.
• National Yet Local:
  Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.

PRIME AE Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.