Top Mechanical Engineering Jobs in Charlotte, NC

Design, analyze, integrate, test, and support mechanical systems for aerospace platforms across the full product lifecycle. Responsibilities include avionics packaging, harnessing, connector selection, structural design, CAD, engineering calculations, prototyping, production support, troubleshooting, and field operations. Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Program Management, and external suppliers to deliver reliable, buildable, and mission-ready hardware.

Lead supplier development for machined parts: audit and improve supplier processes, perform on-site quality investigations, support NPI, provide technical guidance on specifications and manufacturing, monitor supplier performance, and mitigate supply chain risks to enable scalable aerospace production.

Performs project-specific mechanical engineering and design for industrial systems and equipment. Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, developing CAD and 3D designs for equipment and piping, researching and testing designs, specifying components, supporting fabrication and installation quality, diagnosing equipment failures, recommending modifications, and providing technical training. The role works across office, industrial, warehouse, and construction-site environments.

Leads HVAC and specialized process ventilation design for complex, secure, high-hazard federal facilities. Responsibilities include mechanical system calculations, equipment selection, construction drawings, specifications, code compliance, existing-system evaluations, QA/QC, construction administration, and client coordination. The engineer leads multidisciplinary teams, supports construction services, mentors junior engineers, manages client relationships, and contributes to business development. Designs may include fume and smoke exhaust, gas monitoring, and chemical treatment systems for hazardous environments.

Designs and documents complex mechanical systems for healthcare projects, including ductwork, piping, air-handling units, chilled-water and hot-water systems. Reviews submittals, responds to RFIs, develops construction documents, modifies sequences of operation, applies constant and variable flow systems, and coordinates with architects, owners, and construction managers. Manages design processes and work plans while collaborating independently and within project teams.

Designs coating machinery and capital equipment, including layouts, components, subsystems, utility calculations, capacity studies, equipment specifications, P&IDs, and customer proposal documentation. Evaluates pumps, mixers, ovens, conveyors, and related systems while ensuring compliance with engineering standards, codes, budgets, and customer requirements. Collaborates with fabrication teams, suppliers, and vendors to support manufacturability, costing, scheduling, redesign, and project execution. Remote work includes up to 25% travel.

Leads mechanical design for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems across building projects. Responsibilities include engineering analysis, calculations, specifications, client communication, project budgeting and scheduling, design reviews, quality control, mentoring, multidisciplinary coordination, and oversight through bidding and construction administration. The role also monitors project progress and fees, identifies risks, supports energy-efficient design, and develops practical engineering solutions.

Designs HVAC and mechanical systems for complex mission-critical, life sciences, commercial, and academic projects. Develops design criteria, calculations, concepts, specifications, and construction documents; supervises mechanical and HVAC teams; coordinates with architects, owners, and project partners; and provides construction-phase services including submittal reviews, RFI responses, site observations, meetings, punch lists, and reporting.

Leads mechanical engineering and design for nuclear power plant upgrades, modifications, and new generation projects. Develops design specifications and solutions, evaluates systems and equipment, ensures NRC and industry compliance, and reviews engineering deliverables. Manages project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and clients. Provides technical leadership, mentorship, field support, plant walkdowns, startup and troubleshooting assistance, and client-site support.

Performs piping flexibility and stress analysis, pipe support design, finite element analysis, and static equipment design for oil, gas, and LNG projects. Prepares calculations, drawings, specifications, bid evaluations, and technical documentation. Reviews supplier data, coordinates with multidisciplinary project teams, directs designers and drafters, and provides field verification and mechanical execution support.

The Senior Technical Engineer manages electrical and mechanical design projects, leads teams, performs complex calculations, and mentors junior staff while ensuring project accuracy and client communications.

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer will lead design efforts for varied projects, manage design teams, interact with stakeholders, and produce design documents.

Design and engineer HVAC and other mechanical systems for chemical, power, and industrial facilities. Responsibilities include developing conceptual designs, construction drawings, cost estimates, energy assessments, ventilation and utility systems, equipment specifications, reports, and Revit models. The engineer coordinates with other disciplines, visits industrial project sites, supports energy conservation analysis, and promotes safe project execution.

Designs and analyzes mechanical systems and equipment for direct reduction plants and new technology initiatives. Responsibilities include conceptual design, technical calculations, equipment and vendor review, drawing checks, technical specifications, field inspections, design improvements, and coordination with consultants and clients. The role supports fabrication, purchasing, aftermarket, and project activities, with 10%–25% domestic and international travel to workshops, job sites, and field assignments.

The Mechanical Engineer will design mechanical systems, prepare calculations, collaborate with teams, manage projects, and mentor junior staff within a nuclear energy context.

Design and support mechanical and piping systems for hyperscale data centers from concept through construction. Responsibilities include developing standards, evaluating equipment, reviewing consultant designs, ensuring code compliance, coordinating with utilities and construction partners, supporting permitting and site work, and improving project cost, quality, schedule, and consistency.

Lead mechanical engineering design and execution for multiple capital projects from concept through construction administration. Responsibilities include developing calculations, technical reports, drawings, and specifications; directing and reviewing engineering staff; coordinating multidisciplinary teams; communicating with clients; conducting field surveys; reviewing submittals, RFIs, and change orders; and ensuring technical quality, budgets, and deadlines. Projects primarily involve healthcare, government, military, laboratory, corrections, and infrastructure facilities.

Designs and supports mechanical and piping systems for hyperscale data centers from concept through construction. Responsibilities include developing design standards, reviewing consultant work, evaluating equipment, ensuring code compliance, coordinating with utilities and construction partners, supporting permitting and site visits, and improving cost, quality, schedule, and consistency across projects.

Designs and coordinates mechanical systems for concurrent capital projects, including healthcare, government, military, and research facilities. Prepares engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and bid documents; supports construction administration through site visits, field reports, submittal and RFI reviews, and change-order evaluation. Collaborates with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients while ensuring technical quality, code compliance, project deadlines, and budget requirements.

As a Product Development Engineer, you will support new product development and process technologies, provide technical support and solutions, explore new technologies, and document work. You may lead teams and mentor staff.

The Power Generation Mechanical Engineer 3 performs design engineering, provides technical guidance, and supports project management in the power generation sector.

Collaborate on mechanical designs for data center systems, validating performance, overseeing construction, and ensuring designs meet quality benchmarks.

Lead mechanical design for large-scale data centers, develop standards and Basis of Design, manage consultants, specify and qualify equipment, ensure code compliance, perform site visits, research cooling technologies, and improve cost, quality, and schedule across projects.

Design and support mechanical and piping systems for hyperscale data centers from concept through construction. Maintain design standards, coordinate with consultants, vendors, AHJs and construction teams, perform site visits, support permitting, and drive cost, quality, and schedule improvements.

Perform nationwide on-site MEP property condition assessments (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, vertical transportation), document deficiencies per ASTM standards, prepare PCA reports, estimate remediation costs, lead single-assessor or team engagements, mentor junior staff, and travel up to 50%.