Job Description

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Mechanical Project Engineer (PE)

Company Name: Cuhaci & Peterson

Location: Orlando, FL

Project Focus: Commercial, Retail, Grocery, Multifamily, and Industrial

Work Setting: On-Site

Salary: $120,000+ (Based on Experience) + Relocation & Performance Bonus

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

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Are you a licensed engineer ready to transition from production to true technical stewardship? We are seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to serve as a cornerstone of our Orlando engineering operations. In this role, you will do more than execute designs—you will architect the mechanical soul of complex commercial infrastructures. You will act as a primary technical authority, steering the division toward innovative, code-compliant solutions while mentoring the next generation of engineering talent.

Joining our team means immersing yourself in a culture that prizes "practical brilliance." We don’t just design systems; we bring communities to life through smart, efficient engineering. With full in-house support for permitting and licensing, the firm provides a streamlined environment where you can focus on high-level strategy and technical excellence. This is a legacy-building opportunity for a seasoned professional to take full ownership of diverse project portfolios within a collaborative, growth-oriented firm.

Core Responsibilities

• System Architecture & Design: Lead the mechanical design, complex engineering calculations, and system layouts for high-impact commercial and industrial projects.

• Technical Leadership: Independently steer engineering decisions across diverse sectors, ensuring all designs align with both internal excellence standards and rigorous building codes.

• Mentorship & Development: Supervise, guide, and cultivate the skills of design staff and junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical precision.

• Strategic Coordination: Partner with project managers and clients to define project scope, manage aggressive schedules, and ensure technical strategies align with budgetary constraints.

• Interdisciplinary Integration: Interface seamlessly with architects, civil engineers, and permitting agencies to ensure mechanical systems are perfectly integrated into the broader building lifecycle.

• Quality Assurance (QA/QC): Execute rigorous reviews of construction documents to ensure absolute functionality, coordination, and compliance with local and national regulations.

• Project Stewardship: Provide technical oversight from initial concept through final permitting, ensuring every deliverable meets the firm’s standard for "smart, efficient, and practical design."

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME).

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) License (Required).

• Experience: 8+ years of dedicated mechanical engineering design experience, specifically within the AEC consulting sector.

• Software Proficiency: Advanced mastery of Revit and modern mechanical modeling/load calculation tools.

• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of national and local building codes (ASHRAE, IMC, IPC).

Preferred Qualifications

• Sector Expertise: Prior success managing project types including grocery, retail, large-scale multifamily, or industrial facilities.

• Leadership Breadth: Proven ability to manage multiple design teams simultaneously across various geographic jurisdictions.

• Permitting Authority: Familiarity with complex jurisdictional requirements and the ability to navigate the permitting process with efficiency.

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About Cuhaci & Peterson Architects

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects is a multidisciplinary design firm with a rich history of delivering innovative architectural and engineering solutions across Florida. Our culture is built on a foundation of technical excellence, supportive teamwork, and a commitment to professional evolution. We pride ourselves on taking on diverse, high-impact projects that challenge our team to push the boundaries of sustainable design.

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About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of Cuhaci & Peterson Architects. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.

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