Mechanical and Fire Protection Lead

WSP in the U.S.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 163,800 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Mechanical and Fire Protection Lead to guide the MP/FP teams across Federal Programs AEC projects. You will oversee engineering design, production support, and delivery from inception through construction, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring code compliance.

Ideal candidates bring 12+ years of mechanical engineering in facilities, a PE license, and DoD project familiarity. Domestic and international travel are expected.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience as a mechanical engineer on facilities/building projects.
• Professional Engineering license (PE).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Department of Defense projects (USACE/NAVFAC).
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Experience with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of the Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineering teams for the MP/FP group.
• Manage MP/FP staff in project assignments and maintain targeted utilization.
• Lead in recruitment of additional MP/FP staff.
• Perform mechanical engineering design and production support from inception through construction.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Review work for code compliance and constructability.
• Estimate design effort and assist in fee negotiations with A-E firms and General Contractors.
• Address contractor submittals and requests for information.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Leadership

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering

Job description

Mechanical and Fire Protection Lead

Location: Arlington, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Denver, CO; Tacoma, WA; San Diego, CA; Dallas, TX; Richmond, VA; or San Antonio, TX.

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Mechanical and Fire Protection Lead to join our Federal Programs AEC Team.

Your Impact

• Lead the development and management of the Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineering teams for WSP USA Federal Programs AEC Team.
• Manage all MP/FP staff in project assignments and maintain targeted utilization.
• Lead in recruitment of additional MP/FP staff.
• Perform mechanical engineering design and production support from project inception through construction.
• Provide technical leadership/mentorship to junior engineers/designers.
• Review other mechanical engineers' work for code compliance and constructability.
• Estimate design effort and assist in fee preparations, negotiations with Architectural-Engineering firms and General Contractors.
• Address contractor submittals and requests for information.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience as a mechanical engineer working on facilities/building projects.
• Professional Engineering license.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Department of Defense projects (USACE/NAVFAC).
• Ability to travel (domestic and international).
• Familiarity with both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery methods for projects.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active or ability to obtain a U.S. Government issued security clearance or CAC.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on 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; paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $153,000 – $225,000.

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $163,800 – $210,000.

EEO Statement

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.