Lead Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

WSP; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 175,230; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Disability and life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in San Francisco is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support design and construction stages of projects. The role includes designing high-performance mechanical systems, overseeing aspects of mechanical design, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates should have at least 7 years of experience and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package focused on health and financial stability.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in designing mechanical systems for high-performing facilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE), if eligible.
• Proficiency with engineering analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Support the project team during design and construction.
• Design air distribution and temperature controls systems.
• Integrate mechanical engineering requirements into designs.

Skills

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Mechanical design knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Trane Trace

Job description

Your Impact

• Independently support the project team during design and construction stages of projects
• Design air distribution, hydronic and automated temperature controls systems
• Integrate complex mechanical engineering requirements into facility designs
• Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners
• Attend client meetings and contribute to discussions
• Collaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members and external vendors and manufacturers
• Communicate mechanical engineering concepts and decisions to clients and stakeholders
• Interact regularly with clients, which includes maintaining current relationships and developing new relationships
• Mentor and train junior engineers
• Track and coordinate all mechanical disciplines: HVAC, Energy, Controls, Fire Protection, Fire Alarm, Plumbing, Fuel Oil Storage / Management / Distribution
• Provide oversight of all aspects of mechanical design, review systems, drawings prior to issuance
• Select and schedule major equipment
• Develop project specifications
• Survey and evaluate existing conditions
• Perform construction administration tasks
• Assist in developing proposals and other business development activities as required.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate has familiarity with Building Information Modeling using Revit, has strong communication skills, and an interest in liaising with internal and external design, client, and construction team members. Candidate should be willing to travel to client sites as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with mechanical building systems emphasis
• 7+ years of experience in designing mechanical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial or healthcare facilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE), if eligible
• Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with applicable software including AutoCAD, Revit, Trane Trace and other engineering analysis programs
• Knowledge of building, mechanical, energy codes and other design standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, FGI, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Healthcare Projects

Compensation and Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Expected Salary: $118,000 - $175,230