Senior Project Engineer

Senior Project Engineer

Location Morrisville, NC 27560 Date Posted June 16, 2026 Job ID 14831 Employment Type Direct Hire

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer for an established and growing engineering and building solutions organization. This is an onsite position based in Morrisville, North Carolina.

The Senior Project Engineer will serve as a technical leader supporting HVAC and mechanical systems projects from initial client engagement through engineering design and project execution. This role combines engineering expertise with project development responsibilities, partnering closely with sales, estimating, and operations teams to assess opportunities, define project scope, develop technical solutions, and support successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate brings strong HVAC and mechanical engineering experience, enjoys interacting with clients, and can confidently translate technical requirements into practical, cost-effective solutions.

PERKS:

• Competitive salary range of $110,000-$120,000 annually
• Opportunity to lead high-impact HVAC and mechanical systems projects
• Exposure to a variety of commercial and industrial facilities
• Collaborative environment working alongside engineering, sales, estimating, and operations teams
• Strong growth potential within a well-established and expanding organization

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the design and development of HVAC and mechanical building systems projects from concept through implementation.
• Conduct site walks, facility assessments, and client meetings to evaluate existing conditions and identify project opportunities.
• Partner with sales and estimating teams during project development efforts, helping define scope, gather field information, and support estimate creation.
• Perform engineering calculations, equipment selection, load analyses, and system evaluations for HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Develop technical reports, design documents, specifications, and construction-related deliverables.
• Review project requirements, identify risks, and recommend practical engineering solutions that align with client objectives.
• Collaborate with contractors, vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Support project scheduling, budgeting, quality control, and successful client outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong experience designing HVAC and mechanical building systems within commercial, industrial, institutional, or healthcare environments.
• Experience conducting site assessments, developing project scopes, and supporting project development activities.
• Ability to partner effectively with sales, estimating, and operations teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and HVAC design and engineering tools.
• Strong understanding of building codes, mechanical systems, and construction processes.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This position offers a salary range of $110,000-$120,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, medical, dental and vision coverage, along with additional position specific benefits!

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:

Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.

Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.