Engineering Design Manager: Lead Energy Projects

ENFRA LLC; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

ENFRA LLC is seeking an Engineering Design Manager to oversee design production from development handoff through construction closeout. The role ensures timely delivery, adherence to schedule and energy outcomes, and effective use of project staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and 5+ years in design related roles, with proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. Strong leadership, communication, and safety focus are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of design related experience with mechanical, electrical, building automation systems, programming, or building operation management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Attention to safety.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit and AutoCad software packages.

Responsibilities

• Supports the day-to-day management of design tasks, ensuring timely progress, accurate documentation, and alignment with project goals.
• Guides and assigns tasks to junior staff, monitors performance, and provides mentorship to support team development and efficiency.
• Ensures adherence to design standards and safety protocols while helping implement process updates and conducting initial quality checks.
• Assists in tracking labor hours and budgets, reviews time entries for accuracy, and contributes to resource planning.
• Facilitates clear communication between staff, project managers, and leadership, and supports client interactions under supervision.
• Participates in team activities, promotes a positive culture, and handles additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Design leadership

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Building automation

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

ENFRA LLC is seeking an Engineering Design Manager to oversee design production from development handoff through construction closeout. The role ensures timely delivery, adherence to schedule and energy outcomes, and effective use of project staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and 5+ years in design related roles, with proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. Strong leadership, communication, and safety focus are essential for success in this role.