Healthcare Mechanical Engineer III; and Hybrid

Join us as a Healthcare Mechanical Engineer III at Progressive Companies.

We are seeking a talented professional to lead and develop our healthcare practice, designing mechanical systems for healthcare and research buildings, and supervising project implementation. This role offers the opportunity to influence project direction and outcomes through proactive design and documentation supervision.

Progressive AE is a full-service, forward-thinking design firm with offices in Grand Rapids, MI, and Charlotte, NC. We work on diverse projects nationwide, fostering creativity across all organizational levels. As an employee-owned company, we invest in our team through wellness programs, flexible schedules, education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities. Recognized as one of the Best & Brightest Places to Work since 2006, we are committed to innovation, diversity, and sustainability.

• Lead the mechanical design process, ensuring code compliance, specifications, and system integration.
• Collaborate across teams to define project scope, budget, and quality assurance measures.
• Visit project sites to resolve field issues related to unforeseen conditions and code compliance.
• Coordinate the mechanical design team through project phases, reviewing reports, drawings, and calculations for accuracy.
• Prepare models, construction documents, simulations, and specifications aligned with company standards.
• Incorporate Performance Based Design principles into detailed documentation.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited) or equivalent.
• PE license or ability to obtain one.
• 15+ years of relevant experience across various project types.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office suite.

• Multiple state licensures, CSI-CDT, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP certifications.
• Membership in professional organizations (e.g., ASHE, HEALS).
• NCEES registration, NSPE membership, and experience with professional presentations or publications.

We value diversity and inclusion, providing training, equitable recruitment, community partnerships, and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are dedicated to sustainable, human-centered, and inclusive design practices, aiming to create spaces that are accessible, resilient, and impactful. Our culture promotes excellence, fun, and work-life integration, supported by comprehensive benefits including wellness programs, profit-sharing, and employee ownership.