Mechanical Engineer

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Mechanical and MEP group at our growing RTP office as a SME Mechanical Engineer. If you want to work at a company that will help you become the best you can be, were glad you found us! We look forward to learning about your passion and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design evaluations and lead project engineering design, specific to Mechanical and HVAC Engineering.
• Have thorough knowledge of the applicable Building, Mechanical, HVAC, and Plumbing Codes.
• Design mechanical systems, conduct energy modeling analysis, and perform energy code compliance calculations.
• Prepare engineering analysis of projects including preliminary design, budget analysis, calculations, life cycle costs, and equipment selection.
• Prepare drawings and layouts; proficient in Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Prepare technical construction specifications.
• Coordinate with other disciplines both in-house and with outside consultants.
• Perform field observations as part of the construction quality assurance process.

• 4-year Mechanical Engineering Degree from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel).

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering.
• NC PE or ability to acquire NC PE quickly through reciprocity.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• High technical ability, interested in technology and staying current in the field.
• Good ability to communicate and a self-starter.
• An interdisciplinary systems approach to engineering.
• Experience with financial metrics and data analytics.
• Experience in mechanical building systems and drawing sets in CAD or Revit.
• Familiarity with MEP work for buildings and comfortable with NEC, NESC, IEEE standards.
• Creative thinking and the ability to present ideas to the team, clients, and beyond.

Individual would need to work out of the Durham office for 3-6 months and then have more flexibility. The role offers WFH flexibility with an initial preference for more in-office presence. The company pays well and provides an environment with equal numbers of engineers and architects, promoting no hierarchy or chain of command. It is a sought-after MEP + Architecture firm in the Raleigh-Durham area.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Durham,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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