Lead Mechanical Engineer – Healthcare & Complex Buildings

WSP Global Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for our Property & Buildings team in Los Angeles, CA. The role centers on delivering high-quality mechanical systems design from concept through construction, with a strong emphasis on healthcare and complex building projects.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage projects through design and construction, and mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with codes and sector requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical 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 and building systems design.
• Experience managing projects through design and construction phases.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and related design tools.
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design and delivery across 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 through construction and close-out, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget alignment.
• Support client development and proposal efforts, contributing to growth across sectors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and 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.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Project management

Leadership

Client-facing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for our Property & Buildings team in Los Angeles, CA. The role centers on delivering high-quality mechanical systems design from concept through construction, with a strong emphasis on healthcare and complex building projects.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage projects through design and construction, and mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with codes and sector requirements.