Engineering Opportunity: Director of Engineering iENG Design is seeking a qualified professional to join our Engineering team. iENG's method of engineering is unique: We begin with the end in mind, and we challenge everything. We take time to understand the project we want to deliver. We understand the owner's views, use of building, the owner's operation and maintenance capabilities. We look at first cost v. operation cost v. life cycle cost. Every iENG project has a best value and best design---and that's what we deliver. An IMI Company, iENG serves nationwide Fortune 500 clients across the Institutional, Commercial and Industrial markets---there isn't a project our team cannot tackle.iENG Design is headquartered in Chesterfield, MO and has branch offices in Granite City, IL, Nashville, TN and Charlotte, NC. Services & Capabilities include: Engineering & Design, VDC/BIM Coordination, Construction Support, Scheduling, Commissioning, Retro Commissioning and Inspection Services. iENG currently ranks as one of the largest engineering/design firms by revenue in the region. We are currently looking for a Director of Engineering to join our Engineering team located at our office in Raleigh, NC. Our ideal candidate for a Director of Engineering is someone who has 10+ years of mechanical or civil experience with 3-5 years in a leadership role. The Director of Engineering provides comprehensive leadership for all engineering personnel within the office, driving technical excellence while ensuring alignment with corporate standards and client expectations. This role manages an office or department's overall engineering operations, staffing, and financial performance. As the senior engineering leader for the office, the Director sets local operational policy and process improvements, oversees multiple Engineering Team Leads/Managers, and partners with business development on pursuits and client strategy. This role carries office-level P&L or department budget responsibility. Primary responsibilities for iENG’s Director of Engineering include: Manage all engineering personnel for the office location, including Engineering Team Leads and engineers at every level Oversee hiring, performance reviews, and professional development initiatives Provide mentoring, coaching, and career guidance • Lead training programs and technical development opportunities Address performance issues and implement improvement plans Developing, maintaining, and improving QC standards, checklists, workflows, and SOPs; ensure review schedules align with project timelines. Manage office-level P&L or department budget Monitor project budgets and engineering hours across the office portfolio Ensure compliance with engineering standards and code requirements Set local operational policy and drive process improvements Provide technical oversight on complex engineering projects Participate in design turnover, VDC turnover, and build strategy meetings Partner with business development on pursuits and client strategy Advocate for proper engineering and VDC support from project management teams Collaborate with Engineering Team Leads on workforce planning and resource allocation Coordinate with other offices and business units on project staffing needs Conduct weekly debriefs with the VP/Senior VP, Office/Region Encourage team site visits and participate in site walks with junior team members Office P&L Ownership - Full operational accountability for the office/department's engineering function Technical Oversight - Providing technical oversight on the office's most complex engineering projects Staffing and Capacity Planning - Managing all engineering personnel, hiring, and workforce planning for the office Business Development Partnership - Partnering on pursuits, proposals, and client strategy Standards and Quality Oversight - Ensuring compliance with engineering standards and code requirements Future: Regional Coordination - Coordinating staffing and initiatives with other offices/business units Primary qualifications for iENG’s Director of Engineeringinclude: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related field. (B.S. required) Master’s degree or MBA preferred Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in one or more states strongly preferred.10+ years of mechanical engineering experience with at least 3- 5 years in a leadership role. Multi-office collaboration experience preferred. Expert knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals Advanced HVAC system design expertise, including VAV systems, chilled water plants, boilers, heat pumps, energy recovery, and building automation Experience with engineering calculation software Comprehensive understanding of mechanical codes and standards; knowledge of ASHRAE standards and NFPA codes; understanding of local building codes and permitting processes Value engineering capabilities for cost management and constructability review Proven office or department P&L or budget management experience Business development experience is preferred; design/build leadership experience is preferred Demonstrated staffing and workforce planning experienceCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Salary Range: $150,000 - $175,000 Employee Stock Ownership Program Discretionary Annual Bonus'Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401k with Discretionary Company Contributions Paid Time Off (Vacation; Sick Time) Paid Company Holidays Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Assistance Program Gym ReimbursementsDIVERSITY:Our commitment to diversity and inclusion starts with us. The IMI companies strive to build a team that is truly reflective of the communities we serve in every level of our business. We know that when diverse minds and perspectives come together, the possibilities are limitless. WHY iENG DESIGN?The iENG team is led by innovative engineers with vast experience across multiple industries. Their passion and understanding of the design & construction process results in a higher level of excellence within our entire engineering & design group. IMI companies know that to tackle the challenging projects we are faced with every day takes a team of creative problem solvers who aren’t afraid to be bold. Which is why IMI companies work every day to create a work environment that gives back to our employees. Our philosophy is to hire talented people, provide them with the training, tools, and resources to be successful, empower them to go and contribute to the success of the company, and to reward performance. If you’re ready to be a part of our team AND a part of our solution, APPLY TODAY!EOE/M/F/V/D
