Mechanical Engineer

Heapy • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

HEAPY is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join its Agile Team and Colleague First culture. The role performs assignments applying standard mechanical design engineering techniques to projects across all markets, addressing variables associated with mechanical engineering systems in the Built Environment. The position offers opportunities to grow a mechanical engineering career while contributing to meaningful projects and collaborating with colleagues and clients.

Requirements

• Four-year engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, or equivalent working knowledge or experience in a built environment with an advanced engineering degree.
• Typically 4 or more years of related experience in mechanical engineering systems in the Built Environment, or equivalent working knowledge, experience, or an advanced engineering degree.
• Ability to exercise judgment in evaluating, selecting, and applying standard design engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, and to make design adaptations and modifications.
• Experience using computer software packages and automated mechanical engineering and design equipment.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certification and actively working toward Professional Engineering (PE) registration.
• Attain PE registration within the first two years at this position level.
• Reliable transportation to and from project sites.
• Ability to follow company and client safety guidelines and apply established protocols and practices in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate input into models or design tools and ask questions to understand the underlying reasons for design decisions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to prepare basic plan details and outlines, cost estimates, and calculations supporting engineering activities for mechanical equipment, components, and systems.
• Gather and record information to prepare design specifications.
• Review and evaluate vendor shop drawings, bids, and submittals for compliance with specifications; approve them at higher position levels.
• Prepare designs, technical reports, and specifications for review and approval.
• Collaborate on field observations, tests, and measurements; collect field data and prepare designs, reports, and related documentation as appropriate to level.
• Apply standard mechanical design engineering techniques to project segments and to small or larger projects, as appropriate to level.
• Use AI and automation in design and project responsibilities where appropriate.
• Meet project deadlines, monitor progress, and ensure deliverables meet requirements.
• Ensure deliverables comply with client requirements and applicable standards, implementing corrective action as needed.
• Provide quality assurance that builds trust, brand loyalty, success, and innovation.
• Build strong customer relationships by delivering exceptional service that exceeds expectations.
• Continuously learn, collaborate, experiment, seek feedback, and suggest new ideas and technologies to enhance design capabilities.
• Seek diverse experiences and learning opportunities to expand knowledge and leadership skills.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested or needed.

Benefits

• Collaborative, colleague-first culture.
• Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with competitive contributions.
• 10–15% annual bonus potential tied to company performance and individual contributions.
• Open PTO and paid sick time.
• Wellness Week during the final week of the year.
• Annual wellness benefit bonus.
• Annual professional development stipend.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level