Project Engineer-Mechanical

Professional Engineering Consultants•Wichita, KS

18h•Onsite

About The Position

PEC offers meaningful engineering work, a collaborative professional culture, and the stability of an established firm that continues to grow. We value expertise, accountability, and respect—providing clear expectations, competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities to develop your career while making a real impact in the communities we serve. More geared towards Engineers......At PEC, you’ll work on meaningful projects that shape communities—without sacrificing stability, professionalism, or work-life balance. We’re an established, growing engineering firm where people are treated with respect, expectations are clear, and good work is recognized. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals who value quality, accountability, and teamwork. We offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and long‑term career opportunities in an environment that supports both personal and professional growth. If you’re looking for a place to build a career—not just take a job—PEC offers the structure, support, and purpose to do your best work.

Requirements

Ability to work independently and with others, with minimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in preparing engineering plans, reports, and documentation
Familiarity with local regulations, permitting processes, and design standards
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge and skill in determining project requirements, setting project scope of work, determining design budgets, determining preliminary construction budgets, and review of contracts.
Strong work ethic
Experience with computer aided drafting and modeling using industry accepted software as described below: AutoDesk Revit, AutoDesk AutoCAD, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, Bluebeam Revu, TRANE TRACE 700 or equivalent HVAC Loads software, Various online equipment selection software
Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design discipline specific project components as described below: Fire Protection Performance Specification, Mechanical Equipment Layout and Room Sizing, Plumbing System Design, Calculations, and Layout (Domestic Water, Sanitary Waste and Vent, Roof Drainage, Natural Gas, Plumbing Equipment Sizing, Plumbing Fixture Selection and Specification), HVAC System Design, Calculations and Layout (HVAC Loads, HVAC Equipment Sizing, Airside HVAC, Hydronic System, Hydronic System Equipment Sizing, Temperature Controls System Design and Layout)
Minimum of a B.S. Degree in an appropriate field of study from an accredited college is required.
Minimum four (4) years of experience in engineering.
Professional Engineering (PE) license in the location of practice is required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for project completion in accordance with quality assurance policies, standards and project specifications
Prepare and review engineering plans and drawings
Assist in the preparation of project proposals, cost estimates, and feasibility studies
Performs and/or directs engineering design, coordination with other design staff for construction document and specification production in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies
Serves as an advisor to the Project Manager, identifying and communicating any potential risk to the project in a timely fashion
Performs and/or directs design computations by hand and by computer software
Uses experience, education, and judgement to make informed decisions. Retains knowledge and builds on previous experiences to increase capabilities in breadth and complexity
Organizes multiple projects and tasks and completes them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards. Oversees tasks that have been delegated to other engineers and support staff
Effectively communicates and coordinates with the Design Team to complete design tasks on numerous projects
Perform quality control reviews at appropriate milestones
Mentors, trains and develops less experienced staff
Participates in business development activities to include developing and maintaining relationships with clients
Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion