Lead Mechanical Engineer - Buildings (HVAC & Systems)

WSP in the U.S.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision plans

Disability & Life Insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible workplace model

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Lead Mechanical - Buildings professional for our San Francisco, CA office. You will design HVAC systems, including air distribution, chiller plants, geothermal systems and energy solutions for Healthcare, Commercial, Laboratory, industrial and mission-critical facilities.

You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate with design, client and construction teams while supporting proposals and business development. Travel to client sites may be 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 high-performing facilities (healthcare, commercial, industrial).
• Registered PE, if eligible.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and written/verbal communication.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Trane Trace and other engineering analysis tools.
• Knowledge of building/mechanical/energy codes (ASHRAE, NFPA, FGI).

Responsibilities

• Independently support the project team during design and construction stages.
• Design air distribution, hydronic and automated temperature controls systems.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline teams to develop drawings and specifications.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Collaborate with internal/external teams and vendors.
• Mentor and train junior engineers.
• Oversee mechanical design, review drawings, and schedule major equipment.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Trane Trace

HVAC Design

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Trane Trace

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Lead Mechanical - Buildings professional for our San Francisco, CA office. You will design HVAC systems, including air distribution, chiller plants, geothermal systems and energy solutions for Healthcare, Commercial, Laboratory, industrial and mission-critical facilities.

You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate with design, client and construction teams while supporting proposals and business development. Travel to client sites may be required.