Mechanical or Plumbing Designer | Broomall, PA

About this role

IMEG is hiring a Mechanical or Plumbing Designer in Broomall, PA, to lead design efforts for low to moderate complexity projects and support the delivery of larger, high-complexity work with senior staff. In this role, you will work closely with engineers and consultants to provide plumbing engineering solutions and advice that support positive client outcomes across vertical building projects. You’ll also help manage project budgets while training, mentoring, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

Principal Responsibilities • Assist in or lead the design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and/or fire protection systems, producing detailed designs, specifications, and calculations per applicable codes and IMEG standards • Interact with clients to understand project needs, gather requirements, and communicate technical information clearly; build and maintain professional client relationships • Support or lead project planning and scheduling; document design decisions and monitor project progress (Plumbing track: includes budget ownership and tracking progress relative to percent complete and fee expended) • Analyze low to moderate complexity engineering problems and develop practical solutions in collaboration with senior engineers and consultants • Participate in in-process design reviews of system designs, calculations, and specifications; implement IMEG quality control processes to meet IMEG standards, industry standards, and client requirements • Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices; contribute to IMEG's research and innovation efforts • Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work; identify and mitigate potential system-related risks • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams — engineers, architects, and project managers — to deliver integrated project solutions

Plumbing Track — Additional Responsibilities • Lead project planning, budgeting, and scheduling; monitor project progress relative to percent complete and fee expended • Provide in-process design reviews of plumbing and fire protection system designs, calculations, and specifications; lead implementation of IMEG quality control processes • Proactively identify potential project problems and escalate to the Project Manager as appropriate • Oversee projects through bidding and construction administration phases

Required Qualifications Mechanical track : • Associate's degree or certificate in BIM or Engineering preferred • 3 years of experience required (4 preferred) in building design consulting or construction

Plumbing track — Option A: • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required • EIT Certification and ASPE Certified Plumbing Design preferred • 3 years of experience required (4 preferred) in building design consulting Plumbing track — Option B: • Associate's degree or certificate in BIM or Engineering preferred • ASPE Certified Plumbing Design preferred • 7 years of experience required (8 preferred) in building design consulting or construction

Required Skills • Strong technical and analytical skills, including knowledge of principles in thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics as applied to HVAC, plumbing, and/or fire protection systems design for buildings • Functional expertise in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications • Proficiency in industry-standard engineering software and tools, including HVAC load calculation software and/or plumbing design tools • Mastery of code calculations for domestic water, waste, and vent systems (plumbing track) • Advanced knowledge of specialty plumbing systems such as medical gas, laboratory gas, high-rise, and rainwater/grey water systems, as applicable based on team market focus (plumbing track) • Basic to proficient use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, depending on experience level • Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey technical information clearly to individuals or groups • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Ability to travel up to 5–10% with occasional overnight stays, depending on discipline and project needs

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. You’ll join a plumbing team that uses 3D modeling and cross-disciplinary coordination to deliver safe, sustainable building systems.

Team Highlights At IMEG, our Mechanical and Plumbing teams collaborate to design reliable, efficient, and sustainable building systems across all facility types. • Our plumbing engineers design domestic cold and hot water supply, water heating systems, sanitary sewer and vent, stormwater drainage, and specialty systems including medical gases and laboratory water — with an emphasis on water conservation, public health, and code compliance • Our mechanical engineers design HVAC systems ranging from central plants and building automation to energy recovery systems, geothermal systems, chilled beams, and industrial ventilation — earning multiple international ASHRAE Technology Awards for energy-efficient design • Both teams leverage advanced tools including 3D modeling and BIM coordination to integrate plumbing, mechanical, and related building systems with structure and other trades, mini

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