• Mechanical Engineer

    Actalent (Charlotte, NC)


    Senior Mechanical Engineer

     

    Job Type: Permanent | Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)

    About the Role

    We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with deep technical expertise and leadership experience to drive the design and execution of complex industrial and commercial facility projects. This is a high-impact role within a growing engineering firm where your contributions will shape project outcomes and influence strategic direction.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Technical Leadership: Serve as the mechanical discipline lead on capital-intensive projects, ensuring technical excellence and innovation.

    + System Design: Develop mechanical system architecture including HVAC, piping, utilities, and equipment layouts using advanced modeling tools.

    + Documentation & Standards: Oversee specifications, procurement packages, system diagrams, and commissioning protocols aligned with industry standards.

    + Strategic Input: Provide engineering insight during feasibility studies, planning phases, and client engagements.

    + Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture.

    + Project Lifecycle Management: Lead mechanical design through FEL/FEED, Detailed Design, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning.

    + Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Coordinate seamlessly with architectural, structural, electrical, and automation teams.

    + Client Engagement: Represent the mechanical discipline in client meetings, site visits, and design reviews.

    + Business Development: Support proposal development, client presentations, and relationship management.

    Required Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

    + Professional Engineering (PE) License required or near completion.

    + 8–10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical design for industrial/commercial facilities.

    + Expertise in HVAC, piping, utility systems, and equipment layout—especially in manufacturing, life sciences, food & beverage, or pharmaceutical sectors.

    + Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and BIM workflows.

    + Strong knowledge of IBC, ASHRAE, and mechanical design codes.

    + Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing deliverables across project phases.

    + Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for system analysis and cost modeling.

    Preferred Skills

    + Familiarity with automation/control systems (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs).

    + Ability to assess and optimize existing mechanical systems for performance and cost-efficiency.

    Work Environment

    + Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote.

    + Office setting with moderate noise and climate control.

    + Occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs) and physical activity required.

    + Overtime may be necessary during peak project phases.

     

    This role is ideal for a senior -level engineer ready to take ownership of high-profile projects and mentor the next generation of talent. If you're looking for a position where your expertise will be valued and your leadership will drive real results—we’d love to hear from you.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $165000.00/yr.

     

    Receive 10% bonus of salary.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.