Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical

WSP in Manila; Pasig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Manila is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design of building services and mentor a design team. The role requires delivering compliant designs, coordinating with authorities, and guiding junior staff across projects worldwide.

The candidate should have a minimum of 10 years in a similar role, with strong AutoCAD/Revit skills and HVAC load estimation knowledge. Collaboration with local and international teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered Mechanical Engineer (RME) is a plus.
• At least 10 years of experience in a similar capacity.
• Knowledge in HVAC load estimating software (Camel or similar).
• AutoCAD and Revit experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical services and systems for buildings.
• Lead and supervise the mechanical engineering team.
• Ensure designs meet client and local standards.
• Coordinate with authorities for approvals when needed.
• Maintain drawing records per QA procedures and liaise with teams.
• Train and develop junior staff and audit outputs.

Skills

Mechanical design

HVAC load estimating

Leadership

Project management

3D modelling

Communication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Registered Mechanical Engineer (RME)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description

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The role is responsible for preparing the mechanical design requirement of the project and for mentoring and guiding other mechanical design engineers in the team.

Main Activities and Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Responsible for the Design of Mechanical services design of building services and associated systems of work.
• Leads and supervises the Mechanical Engineering team in implementing project objectives, plans and programs within the department as directed by the management.
• Esures that the project designs/studies from the clients are completed in accordance with acceptable prescribed standard for each requesting party’s place/country of origin and its intent/content.
• Responsible for liaison with local supply authorities to gain approvals, when necessary.
• Manages and maintains the record of all incoming and outgoing drawings from the office in accordance with WSP QA procedures.
• Liaises with WSP personnel and WSP’s partners both local and foreign affiliates and clients.
• Liaises and coordinates with other disciplines of the design team.
• Manages and controls outputs in accordance with the design work program.
• Attends meeting when required both local and overseas.
• Responsible for training and development of junior staff and Mechanical Engineering team.
• Creates regular reports on project status for management.
• At all times exhibit behaviour, consistent with that of a professional member of WSP.
• Keeps abreast of technical updates and advises management.
• Comply with all role specific to SHEQ obligations.
• Provide key technical expertise across a broad range of projects.
• Develop experience in managing small team.
• Contribute to building the technical capability of others and transferring technical expertise within the organization.
• Auditing of other more junior staff.
• Apply safety in design processes on projects.
• Prepare high level technical reports and review medium size project reports.
• Project Lead medium sized multi-discipline projects.
• Use of HVAC software and 3D modelling to develop mechanical system designs.
• Other duties as required by management from time to time.

Qualifications (Minimum and Desirable)

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered Mechanical Engineer (RME) is a plus.
• At least 10 years of experience in a similar capacity
• Knowledge in Camel program or other HVAC load estimating software
• HVAC design engineers create heating and cooling systems and their controls.
• Make load calculations to determine how much heating and cooling power various equipment must put out in order to heat or cool spaces when needed.
• Interpret and Draft Plans Read and interpret construction plans, schematics, and blueprints for new construction projects. They also draft new plans to design ductwork and piping systems.
• Calculate ventilation requirements based on the types of systems needed.
• Coordinate with Others Coordinate and collaborate with architects and engineers when designing heating and cooling systems.
• Follow all building codes (and obtain proper building permits when necessary).
• AutoCAD and Revit experience is a plus.

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