Senior Mechanical Engineer | Kansas City, MO

IMEG Consultants • Kansas City, MO

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Kansas City, Missouri, to lead mechanical design efforts as either a project manager or lead engineer. The position leads moderate-to-complex projects and, with limited senior-staff support, contributes to larger, high-complexity projects. The engineer works with clients, engineers, consultants, architects, and project managers to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and advice. The role includes managing project budgets and schedules, mentoring staff, supporting healthcare and MEP work, and advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030. The position is full-time and hybrid, with travel up to 20%. Sponsorship is not available.

The role offers two paths. On the Technical Path, the engineer leads HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system analysis and design; prepares specifications, calculations, and reports; performs site assessments; reviews designs and project correspondence; supports quality control, safety, field issue resolution, training, and innovation; and collaborates on integrated solutions and project presentations.

On the Project Management Path, the engineer coordinates and manages projects, supports scope and fee development, proposals, and contract reviews, creates schedules, serves as a team and client contact, manages billings and financial projections, oversees design quality and deliverables, coordinates design and construction activities, leads meetings, conducts site visits, resolves client and construction concerns, manages change orders, and develops staff and client relationships.

The team primarily supports healthcare work, along with education, civic, and cultural projects. Its portfolio includes full-scope MEP projects and related fire protection, telecom, security, and audiovisual elements in complex institutional environments. IMEG is a 100% employee-owned company and describes its culture as people-centered, collaborative, and innovation-focused.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• At least 7 years of experience in the building design consulting industry; 12 years preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts used to produce technical plans and specifications (Technical Path).
• Advanced technical and analytical skills, including thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics as applied to HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design (Technical Path).
• Leadership, training, and mentoring skills (Technical Path).
• Demonstrated project-management leadership and ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others (Project Management Path).
• Technical proficiency in the candidate’s discipline and mastery of technical and analytical principles including thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics as applied to HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design (Project Management Path).
• Ability to perform final quality-control checks in the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with individuals and groups.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to 20%, with occasional overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

• 12 years of experience in the building design consulting industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system analysis and design.
• Prepare detailed designs, specifications, calculations, and technical reports in accordance with codes and IMEG standards.
• Perform site assessments and review designs, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence.
• Gather project requirements from clients, communicate technical information, and build client relationships.
• Implement quality-control processes and ensure work meets IMEG standards, industry standards, client requirements, owner standards, and code requirements.
• Provide technical training and mentoring, assist with field issues, and contribute to research, development, and innovation.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and mechanical engineering best practices.
• Prioritize safety and identify and mitigate potential mechanical-system safety risks.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, project managers, and consultants to deliver integrated solutions; participate in project interviews and presentations.
• Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects of varying sizes and complexity.
• Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with scopes of work, fee calculations, proposals, and contract reviews.
• Develop project schedules with milestones and deadlines; coordinate scheduling through design and construction.
• Serve as a point of contact for project teams and clients; lead progress meetings and document project activities.
• Prepare monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages.
• Ensure milestone deliverables, quality-control processes, and construction technical support are completed on time.
• Conduct construction site visits and provide documentation as needed or requested.
• Respond to client and construction concerns, manage change orders, and obtain required approvals.
• Train, mentor, motivate, and lead staff; build, maintain, and develop client relationships.
• Perform final quality-control checks in the engineer’s area of expertise and help sell work.

Benefits

• Employee ownership through an ESOP, fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution and year-end profit sharing.
• Professional development and opportunities for career advancement.
• PE, SE, and other license exam preparation and support.
• Dress for Your Day flexibility.
• Generous paid time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day of employment.
• Preventive care covered at 100%.
• $50 per month wellness credit.
• Calm subscription.
• Tuition reimbursement assistance.
• Life insurance enrollment available on the first day of employment.
• Flexible schedule.

What This Job Offers

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