Mechanical Department Leader

LVI Associates; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid/remote work

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Department Head to lead its mechanical engineering team across multiple Southeast & Mid-Atlantic locations with remote options. The role focuses on department operations, staff development, technical oversight, and strategic growth while ensuring high-quality project delivery.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years of mechanical engineering leadership, a PE license, and strong HVAC/building systems expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• PE license required.
• 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams and workloads.
• Strong background in HVAC and building systems design.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and mechanical engineering software tools.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards and best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers and designers.
• Manage workload planning, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Oversee project quality, schedules, and budgets.
• Conduct technical reviews of engineering deliverables.
• Support design of HVAC, plumbing, central utility, hydronic, and sustainable building systems.
• Collaborate with leadership, project managers, and clients to drive outcomes.
• Assist with hiring, employee development, and performance management.
• Support business development, proposal preparation, and client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

HVAC design

Building systems design

Revit

AutoCAD

Engineering software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Multiple Southeast & Mid-Atlantic locations available | Remote

A growing multidisciplinary architecture and engineering consulting firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Department Head to lead its mechanical engineering team. This leadership role is responsible for department operations, staff development, technical oversight, resource management, and strategic growth initiatives while supporting project delivery across a variety of building sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers and designers
• Manage workload planning, staffing, and resource allocation
• Oversee project quality, schedules, and budgets
• Conduct technical reviews of engineering deliverables
• Support the design of HVAC, plumbing, central utility, hydronic, and sustainable building systems
• Collaborate with leadership, project managers, and clients to drive successful project outcomes
• Assist with hiring, employee development, and performance management
• Support business development, proposal preparation, and client relationship growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams and project workloads
• Strong background in HVAC and building systems design
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and mechanical engineering software tools
• Knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and best practices
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

What's Offered

• Competitive salary: $140,000-$170,000+
• Leadership opportunity with significant influence on department growth and strategy
• Flexible hybrid/remote work options
• Strong pipeline of diverse projects across healthcare, education, commercial, and government sectors
• Collaborative culture focused on professional growth and advancement