Senior Mechanical Engineer | Des Moines, IA | Remote Eligible

Senior Mechanical Engineer | Des Moines, IA | Remote Eligible IMEG is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Des Moines, IA. This position is remote eligible, with flexibility based on candidate location and team needs. You will lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for moderate to complex projects. In this role, you’ll provide project direction, engineering solutions, and client-facing technical guidance while overseeing analysis, design, and implementation of mechanical systems for the vertical building industry. You will also support budget accountability, help train and mentor others, and collaborate across disciplines to achieve project goals and positive client outcomes. Principal Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for the analysis of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems
• Utilize engineering software and tools to create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards
• Perform site assessments and generate detailed analysis and technical reports
• Interact with clients to understand needs, gather project requirements, and communicate technical information effectively
• Build and maintain client relationships through professional communication
• Provide in-process design reviews of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection system design, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence
• Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements
• Provide technical training and mentoring, and provide technical assistance in resolution of field issues with limited support from senior staff
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mechanical engineering; contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work; identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals
• Participate in project interviews and project presentations

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• 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
• 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

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

• Why Join Us
• IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

HVAC Team Highlights

• Design HVAC and mechanical systems that enhance building performance while pushing sustainability forward
• Contribute to occupant comfort, superior indoor air quality, and reduced energy consumption through lifecycle analysis, rapid energy modeling, and sustainable design practices
• Work on advanced HVAC system design and solutions such as central plants, building automation and controls, and energy recovery solutions
• Help deliver innovative, high-performance mechanical designs across a range of facility types

Locations available: Des Moines, IA Apply today to help deliver code-compliant, high-performance HVAC and mechanical solutions that improve how communities live, lear Apply tot his job Apply To this Job