Mechanical Department Manager

Planet Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 170,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group in Cincinnati seeks a Mechanical Department Manager to lead the mechanical engineering team with a focus on industrial ventilation systems. You will drive technical leadership, project delivery, and staff development across complex facilities.

The role requires a Bachelor's in mechanical engineering, P.E. preferred, and strong knowledge of ACGIH/NFPA/ASHRAE ventilation standards with experience in industrial sectors. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is required; P.E. is preferred.
• Experience with industrial ventilation, HVAC, and related systems.
• Demonstrated leadership or department management experience.
• Strong knowledge of ventilation design standards (ACGIH/NFPA/ASHRAE).
• Experience on industrial projects (chemical, manufacturing, etc.).
• Proficiency in relevant design and simulation software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation department and supervise engineers, designers, and staff.
• Lead design and analysis of ventilation, dust collection, HVAC, and exhaust systems.
• Provide technical oversight and review of engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with project managers and discipline leads to deliver multi-discipline projects.
• Mentor and develop team members for technical growth and career progression.
• Develop and maintain department standards, tools, and best practices.
• Support client relationships, proposals, and estimating activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Leadership

Industrial ventilation

HVAC design

Project management

Communication

Design software

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

P.E. preferred

Tools

3D CAD software

CFD/thermal simulation

Job description

A Mechanical Department Manager responsible forleading the mechanical engineering team, with a strong focus on industrial ventilation systems. This role is responsible for technical leadership, project delivery, and team management, ensuring high-quality solutions for complex industrial facilities.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• P.E. is preferred.
• Mechanical engineering experience, with emphasis on industrial ventilation and HVAC.
• Leadership or department management experience.
• Strong knowledge of industrial ventilation design standards (e.g., ACGIH, NFPA, ASHRAE).
• Experience with industrial projects (chemical, manufacturing, pulp & paper, or related industries).
• Proficiency in relevant design and simulation software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation department, including engineers, designers, and support staff.
• Lead the design and analysis of industrial ventilation, dust collection, HVAC, and process exhaust systems.
• Provide technical expertise and quality oversight on engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with project managers and other discipline leads to execute multi-discipline projects.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering technical growth and professional development.
• Develop and maintain department standards, tools, and best practices.
• Support client relationships and business development activities, including proposal preparation and estimating.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.

Pay: $170K - $205K
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