Senior Mechanical Engineer | Philadelphia, PA
100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture
IMEG is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Philadelphia, PA, to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for moderate to complex mechanical projects. This role leads design efforts with limited support required from senior staff for larger, high-complexity projects.
You will support project management, engineering analysis, design, implementation oversight, project budgets, training and mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration for vertical building projects. The team supports education and cultural-institution work, with HVAC as a focus, while advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.
At a Glance
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Discipline: Mechanical
Markets: Education
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 20%
Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
Sponsorship: Not available
What You'll Do
Technical Path
- Lead analysis and design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
- Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards.
- Perform site assessments and prepare detailed analysis and technical reports.
- Gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build client relationships.
- Review system designs, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence, applying IMEG quality control processes.
- Provide technical training and mentoring and assist with resolution of field issues with limited support from senior staff.
- Stay current with mechanical engineering trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, contributing to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG.
- Prioritize safety and identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions and participate in project interviews and presentations.
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Project Management Path
- Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects ranging in size and complexity.
- Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with design scopes of work, fee calculations for proposals, and contract reviews.
- Create project schedules with milestone targets and deadlines.
- Serve as the point of contact for teams and clients.
- Create monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages.
- Ensure designs meet owner, IMEG, and code requirements, and that quality control processes, milestone deliverables, and construction technical support are completed in a timely manner.
- Coordinate design staff and project scheduling throughout design and construction, and schedule and lead progress meetings with documentation.
- Conduct construction site visits, respond to client and construction concerns, and manage change orders and approvals.
- Train, mentor, and motivate staff while building, maintaining, and developing client relationships.
What You'll Bring
Candidates may qualify through either the Technical Path or Project Management Path below.
Technical Path
Required Skills and Abilities
- 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
Project Management Path
Required Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated leadership traits in the project management career path; ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others
- Adept in the technical aspects of one’s discipline
- Mastery of 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 and mentoring skills
Required for Both Paths
Education and Experience
- Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, required
- Professional Engineer (PE) License required
- 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
Skills and Abilities
- 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 to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
- Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays
Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds
- Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull
- Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises
About the Team
- Philadelphia MEP team with a strong education and cultural-institution portfolio
- Museum, library, and campus work including Penn Museum, Swarthmore, and Johns Hopkins
- HVAC replacement and electrical switchgear, including historic-preservation projects
- Multifamily housing and religious-facility experience
- Recent work includes Penn Museum Egypt & Nubia Galleries, Cultural; Swarthmore McCabe Library, Education; and Eastern State Penitentiary HVAC, Cultural.
Why IMEG
We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
- Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
- IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
- PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE
- Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
- Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
- MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations
Consistent with Philadelphia law, a background check may be conducted after a conditional offer of employment. Any criminal history will be assessed on an individualized basis in relation to the position.
Bring Your Career to IMEG
Apply today to help deliver mechanical engineering solutions that support positive outcomes for clients and communities.
IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.
Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.
IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Professional Engineer license
- At least 7 years of experience in the building design consulting industry
- Eight years of experience in the building design consulting industry
- Advanced proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts for technical plans and specifications
- Advanced technical and analytical skills involving thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design
- Strong training, mentoring, and leadership skills
- Demonstrated leadership traits in project management
- Adeptness in the technical aspects of mechanical engineering
- Ability to perform final quality control checks
- Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to travel up to 20%, including occasional overnight stays
IMEG Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IMEG and has not been reviewed or approved by IMEG.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage is available on the first day of employment, limiting coverage gaps when switching jobs. Health plans are described as offering solid options, including BCBS choices, with sentiment skewing positive.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee ownership via an ESOP is emphasized, alongside a 401(k), with stock ownership opportunities for eligible employees. This structure can provide meaningful long-term value for those who stay through vesting.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Immediate PTO eligibility and a generous holiday schedule are highlighted, with vacation/PTO described favorably in recent entries. Parental leave is available and positively characterized in newer posts.
IMEG Insights
What We Do
With a history that dates back nearly 100 years, IMEG grew from several firms coming together under one uniting vision: people-centered engineering. As a national engineering and design consulting company we’ve intentionally localized our focus to serve carefully chosen regions and markets, allowing us to put relationships and communities first, without sacrificing expertise. Our specialties are high-performing building systems, infrastructure, program management and construction-related services, but our secret to success is found in our deep bench of 1,500 team members. For us, people-centered engineering is about more than the people we serve — it’s representative of the engaged employee culture we’ve worked hard to create. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement and the ability to develop a niche specialty. After all, that’s the whole reason we’re drawn to people-centered engineering: everyone wins. By utilizing a collaborative project approach that values our local relationships, national resources and employee engagement, we’re able to produce high caliber work through high quality processes
