Mechanical Engineer

The Mechanical Delivery Manager is a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) who leads the full lifecycle delivery of complex mechanical systems. This role encompasses HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, process piping, refrigeration, and building automation projects for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with proven project management skills to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

• Own project delivery from conceptual design through commissioning and closeout for all mechanical disciplines.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, budgets, resource allocations, risk registers, and schedules.
• Coordinate cross-discipline teams including design engineers, drafters, contractors, vendors, and client representatives.
• Ensure compliance with codes and standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, IMC, UPC, ASME B31, and local jurisdictional requirements.
• Lead design reviews, value-engineering workshops, and constructability assessments to optimize performance and cost.
• Oversee submittals, shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and change order management to control scope and mitigate delays.
• Drive on-site quality assurance, safety inspections, testing, and commissioning activities to verify system performance.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison for clients, addressing inquiries, providing updates, and resolving issues promptly.
• Monitor project financials including cost estimating, forecasting, invoicing, and margin analysis.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the applicable state or region.
• Minimum 8 years of mechanical engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a delivery leadership role.
• Proven track record managing multi-discipline mechanical projects valued at $1M+.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical system design principles across HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and process piping.
• Proficiency with BIM tools (Revit MEP), AutoCAD, and engineering analysis software.
• Familiarity with construction contracts (GMP, Lump Sum, Design-Build) and procurement processes.

• Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, LEED AP, or WELL AP.
• Experience integrating building automation systems (BAS) and controls.
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems and industrial process mechanics.
• Demonstrated leadership in Lean Construction or IPD project delivery methods.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate, influence, and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Willingness to travel to project sites (up to 25%).

• Opportunity to shape high-profile projects across diverse sectors including healthcare, data centers, manufacturing, and education.
• A leadership role in a collaborative engineering practice that values innovation, sustainability, and continuous learning.
• Support for continuing education, licensure renewals, and advanced professional certifications.
• A dynamic work environment that balances technical challenge with quality of life.

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 Jul 27, 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.

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