Mechanical Engineering New Graduate | Charlotte, NC

Location: Charlotte, NC

Mechanical Engineering New Graduate | Charlotte, NC

100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

This posting is for December 2026 New Graduate opportunities. IMEG is hiring a Mechanical Engineering New Graduate in Charlotte, NC. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with opportunities to grow your expertise from day one.

You will assist with mechanical systems for the vertical building industry while supporting project planning, documentation, quality control, safety, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The work supports housing, multifamily, commercial, and retail projects while advancing high-performance, energy-efficient design aligned with MEP2050 and AIA2030.

At a Glance

Discipline: Mechanical

Markets: Housing and multifamily; Commercial and retail

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 5%

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

Assist in designing and analyzing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, using engineering software and tools to develop designs, specifications, and calculations that meet code requirements and IMEG standards.

Interact with clients to understand needs, gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build professional relationships.

Support the execution of consulting projects as part of a project team.

Assist with project planning and scheduling to meet project deadlines and objectives.

Document design decisions and client instructions while monitoring design progress.

Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical, efficient solutions.

Participate in IMEG quality control processes to help ensure designs and solutions meet IMEG, industry, and client requirements.

Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and mechanical engineering best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts.

Prioritize safety and help identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mechanical systems.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.

What You'll Bring

Required Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required

Required Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications

Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to thermodynamics, psychrometrics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics as it relates to mechanical systems design in HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings

Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools including HVAC load calculation software

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges

Basic knowledge in the use of BIM software.

Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays

Preferred

Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred

About the Team

Design MEP systems for high-profile commercial, mixed-use, multifamily, retail, hospitality, and restaurant projects throughout the Southeast.

Work on complex developments involving residential and office space above retail, structured parking, specialty lighting, restaurant exhaust, and flexible tenant systems.

Recent work includes The Collection at Forsyth: Provided engineering design for a 493,500-square-foot shopping center, including retail and office shell spaces, site lighting and photometrics, and flexible plumbing utilities to accommodate future tenants., Commercial; and OpenTap: Provided engineering design for a 6,000-square-foot, ground-up self-pour bar in South Charlotte featuring indoor-outdoor gathering spaces, specialty lighting, a treehouse mezzanine, and a large patio., Avalon | Alpharetta, GA: Delivered MEP engineering for a large mixed-use development with 500,000 square feet of retail, residential and office space, restaurants, parking structures, and standalone buildings, requiring complex utility coordination, rooftop HVAC integration, restaurant exhaust planning, and flexible systems for future tenants.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

Consultancy 101: our structured development program that builds your consulting and technical foundation from day one

An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one

IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology

MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing

PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE

Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)

Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today to help provide engineering solutions and advice that support positive outcomes.

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