Senior Mechanical Engineer | Kansas City, MO
IMEG is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Kansas City, MO to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for moderate to complex projects. This role also leads design efforts with limited support from senior staff for larger, high-complexity projects.
You will work with engineers and consultants to provide project direction, engineering solutions, and advice to clients. The role includes working within project budgets, training and mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration, while supporting healthcare and MEP work and advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.
At a Glance
Location: Kansas City, MO
Discipline: Mechanical
Markets: Healthcare; MEP
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 20%
Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
Sponsorship: Not available
What You'll Do
Technical Path
• Lead design efforts for the analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Perform site assessments and generate detailed analysis and technical reports.
• Work with clients to gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build relationships.
• Review HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection designs, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence.
• Implement quality control processes to ensure designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Provide technical training and mentoring and assist with resolving field issues with limited support from senior staff.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and mechanical engineering best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts.
• Prioritize safety and identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to deliver integrated solutions, and participate in project interviews and presentations.
OR
Project Management Path
• Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects of varying size and complexity.
• Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with design scopes of work, fee calculations, proposal generation, and contract reviews.
• Create project schedules with milestone and deadline targets.
• Serve as the point of contact for teams and clients.
• Create monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages.
• Ensure designs follow owner standards and requirements, IMEG standards, and code requirements, and ensure milestone deliverables, quality control processes, and construction technical support are completed on time.
• Collaborate with design staff, coordinate project scheduling through design and construction, and lead progress meetings and documentation.
• 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, maintaining, and developing client relationships.
What You'll Bring
Candidates may qualify through either the Technical Path or Project Management Path below.
Technical Path
Required Skills and Abilities
• Advanced proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Advanced proficiency in technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics relating to mechanical design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems
• Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills
Project Management Path
Required Skills and Abilities
• Demonstrated leadership traits in the project management career path; ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others
• Adept in the technical aspects of one's discipline
• Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics relating to mechanical design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems
• Strong training and mentoring skills
Required for Both Paths
Education and Experience
• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 7 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
Skills and Abilities
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays
About the Team
• The team supports a healthcare-oriented service mix with meaningful education, civic, and cultural work.
• Its portfolio includes full-scope MEP projects with fire protection, telecom, security, and AV elements in complex, technology-rich healthcare and institutional environments.
• Recent work includes SRHC MRI Addition, Healthcare; Saint Luke's South 3rd Floor Patient Rooms, Healthcare; and Med Plaza 1 /Kansas City / Electrical Upgrades, Healthcare.
Bring Your Career to IMEG
Apply today to help deliver mechanical engineering solutions that support clients and communities.
IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.
Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.
