MEP Project Engineer
Job in
Columbia, Lexington County, South Carolina, 29228, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
First Solutions Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Building Services Engineer, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We’re growing our internal design capabilities and are looking for a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to build and lead the mechanical & plumbing design function in-house. This newly created role is designed to eliminate outsourced design work and establish long‑term engineering leadership within the company.
If you’re a PE who wants full ownership, stamping authority, and influence across the full project lifecycle, this role was built for you.
🔧 What You’ll Do- Lead mechanical and plumbing design for commercial and industrial renovation projects
- Design HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems within existing buildings (duct routing, piping layouts, water flow redesign)
- Perform load calculations, equipment selection, and duct/piping sizing
- Stamp and seal mechanical and plumbing drawings and specifications
- Ensure compliance with IBC, IMC, IPC, IFC, IECC, and ASHRAE standards
- Support projects through construction: RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and change orders
- Conduct site surveys and coordinate with contractors, architects, BIM/VDC teams, and inspectors
- Guide BIM coordination (clearances, slopes, access, clash resolution)
- Design domestic water, DWV, storm, and specialty piping systems
- Present designs to clients and AHJs; lead design‑assist efforts
- Establish internal standards, templates, and QA/QC processes
- Mentor and help grow the internal design team
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (Mechanical or Plumbing) in [SC]
- Ability to obtain additional state licensure via comity
- 6–12+ years of MEP design or design‑build experience
- Strong background in mechanical and plumbing renovation work
- Proficiency in Revit (MEP), AutoCAD, and Bluebeam
- Experience with load calculation software (TRACE, HAP, or similar)
- Construction‑savvy with strong trade coordination experience
- Foundational leadership position — build the design group from the ground up
- In‑house stamping authority (no more outsourcing)
- High visibility and direct impact on company growth
- Opportunity to shape standards, processes, and team expansion
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
Columbia, SC – approx. salary range $85,000–$100,000.
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