Lead Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

WSP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 122,700 - 182,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for their Property & Buildings team in Los Angeles, CA. This experienced engineer will lead mechanical system designs across a variety of sectors including healthcare and commercial, ensuring high-quality delivery from concept through construction.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience and strong skills in HVAC systems, design management, and client communication. WSP offers a robust benefits package and competitive salary between $122,700 and $182,200.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design for building systems.
• Experience supporting healthcare and/or complex institutional or commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, building systems design, and engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design and delivery across diverse portfolio.
• Oversee design of HVAC, air distribution, hydronic, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Serve as a technical lead and client point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage projects from concept development through construction and close-out.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and sector-specific requirements.

Skills

HVAC systems

Mechanical engineering design

Leadership

Client-facing skills

Communication

Revit

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Property & Buildings team in Los Angeles, CA.

This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a strong background in healthcare and other complex building sectors, including commercial, higher education, and civic projects. You will play a key role in leading multi-disciplinary projects and delivering high-quality mechanical systems design from concept through construction.

Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be part of a collaborative organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Lead mechanical engineering design and delivery across a diverse portfolio including healthcare, commercial, higher education, and civic facilities
• Oversee design of HVAC, air distribution, hydronic, plumbing, and life safety systems
• Serve as a technical lead and client point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage projects from concept development through construction and close-out, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget
• Support client development and proposal efforts, contributing to growth in multiple sectors
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and sector-specific requirements, including healthcare regulations
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineers and designers
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and specifications

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design for building systems
• Experience supporting healthcare and/or complex institutional or commercial projects
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, building systems design, and engineering principles
• Experience managing projects through design and construction phases
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and related design tools
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience working across multiple sectors including healthcare, commercial, higher education, or civic
• Familiarity with California codes and local jurisdiction requirements
• Experience supporting business development and client relationship management
• LEED AP or other sustainability credentials

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $122, 700- $182,200

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.