Senior Mechanical Engineer | Kansas City, MO

IMEG • Kansas City, MO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Kansas City, Missouri. The role leads mechanical design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for moderate to complex projects, and leads design efforts with limited support from senior staff on larger, high-complexity projects. The engineer works with engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and advice to clients; manages work within project budgets; trains and mentors staff; and collaborates across disciplines. The work supports healthcare and MEP projects and advances high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

Candidates may qualify through either a Technical Path or a Project Management Path. The Technical Path focuses on leading HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system analysis and design, technical reviews, quality control, site assessments, reporting, client communication, mentoring, and safety. The Project Management Path focuses on coordinating projects of varying sizes and complexity, managing scopes, fees, proposals, schedules, billing, deliverables, quality control, construction support, client concerns, and staff development.

The team supports healthcare-oriented work as well as education, civic, and cultural projects. Its portfolio includes full-scope MEP projects with fire protection, telecom, security, and AV elements in complex, technology-rich healthcare and institutional environments. The position is full-time and hybrid, with travel up to 20%. Sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree 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 for the Technical Path.
• Advanced technical and analytical skills for the Technical Path, including thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics as applied to HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design.
• Leadership, training, and mentoring skills for the Technical Path.
• Demonstrated leadership in project management, including ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others, for the Project Management Path.
• Adeptness in the technical aspects of the candidate’s discipline for the Project Management Path.
• Mastery of technical and analytical skills for the Project Management Path, including thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics as applied to HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design.
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including communicating clearly with individuals and groups.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to adapt to new challenges.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to 20%, including 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.
• Develop detailed designs, specifications, and calculations in accordance with codes and IMEG standards.
• Perform site assessments and prepare detailed analyses and technical reports.
• Gather project requirements from clients, communicate technical information, and develop client relationships.
• Review HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection designs, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence.
• Implement quality control processes to ensure designs meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Provide technical training and mentoring, and help resolve field issues with limited support from senior staff.
• Keep current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and mechanical engineering best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation.
• Prioritize safety and identify and mitigate potential risks associated with mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to deliver integrated solutions; participate in project interviews and presentations.
• Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects of varying size and complexity.
• Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with scopes of work, fee calculations, proposals, and contract reviews.
• Create project schedules with milestone and deadline targets.
• Serve as a point of contact for project teams and clients.
• Prepare monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages.
• Ensure designs meet owner requirements, IMEG standards, and codes, and ensure deliverables, quality control, and construction technical support are completed on time.
• Coordinate design staff and project schedules through design and construction; lead progress meetings and document them.
• Conduct construction site visits and provide documentation as needed or requested.
• Respond to and resolve client and construction concerns, manage change orders, and obtain appropriate approvals.
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff while building and maintaining client relationships.
• Perform final quality control checks in the engineer’s area of expertise.
• Travel up to 20%, including occasional overnight stays.

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 career advancement opportunities.
• PE, SE, and other license exam preparation and support.
• Dress for Your Day flexibility.
• Generous paid time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day of employment, with preventive care covered at 100%.
• A $50-per-month wellness credit and a Calm subscription.
• Life insurance enrollment available on the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement assistance.
• Flexible schedule.
• IDEA innovation accelerator supporting development of tools and technology.
• Access to MEG, IMEG’s in-house AI platform.

What This Job Offers

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